Asphalt Engineers x2 at Abubaker Technical Services and General Supplies Limited

Job Description

Overseeing all aspects related to the asphalt and pavement construction.
Ensure the successful planning, execution, and quality control of asphalt-related activities to achieve a durable and safe road surface.
Contributes to the overall efficiency and success of the project by streamlining asphalt management processes.

Job Roles and Responsibilities:
• Project Planning: Collaborating with the project management team to plan and schedule asphalt-related activities, ensuring alignment with overall project timelines.
• Material Selection: Assessing asphalt materials and recommending suitable mixes based on project requirements and local conditions.
• Quality Control: Implementing quality control measures to ensure that asphalt mixtures meet required specifications and standards.
• Equipment Management: Overseeing the maintenance and operation of asphalt-related machinery and equipment.
• Budget Management: Managing the asphalt engineering budget, including material costs, equipment maintenance, and labor expenses.
• Environmental Compliance: Ensuring that asphalt construction activities adhere to environmental regulations and guidelines.
• Team Supervision: Leading and managing a team of asphalt engineers, technicians, and workers to achieve project objectives.
• Innovation and Improvement: Identifying opportunities for process improvement and innovative asphalt technologies to enhance construction efficiency and pavement performance.
• Safety: Ensuring the implementation of safety protocols during asphalt construction to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Project Management: Collaborate with project managers, stakeholders, and construction teams to coordinate asphalt activities. Develop project schedules, allocate resources, and monitor progress to meet project timelines.
• Reporting: Generate regular reports on asphalt construction estimates status, and any outstanding issues. Provide progress updates to project managers and other relevant stakeholders.
• Performs any other duty as assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
• Asphalt Quality: Ensuring that the asphalt mixtures meet required specifications and standards, leading to durable and long-lasting road surfaces.
• Project Timelines: Adhering to scheduled timelines for asphalt construction activities, minimizing delays in the overall project completion.
• Cost Control: Managing the asphalt engineering budget effectively to avoid cost overruns and wastage.
• Safety Performance: Ensuring a low rate of accidents and incidents during asphalt construction, reflecting a strong commitment to safety.
• Customer Satisfaction: Meeting or exceeding client expectations regarding the quality and performance of the asphalt pavement.
• Safety Compliance: Ensuring a safe working environment in the workshop area and achieving compliance with all safety regulations.
• Change Order Management: Evaluate the efficiency of managing change orders and variations.
• Compliance Adherence: Monitor adherence to project requirements and regulatory standards.
• Stakeholder Satisfaction: Gather feedback from project team members and external stakeholders on bridge quantity management processes.

Work Experience, Skills and Knowledge:
• Asphalt Engineering Expertise: In-depth knowledge of asphalt mix design, construction techniques, and industry best practices.
• Project Management: Skill in planning, organizing, and managing asphalt-related
• activities within the context of a broader road construction project.
• Quality Assurance and Control: Ability to implement quality control measures to ensure the consistent quality of asphalt mixtures.
• Budgeting and Cost Management: Competency in managing financial resources effectively and optimizing costs related to asphalt engineering.
• Leadership and Team Management: Strong leadership skills to lead and motivate a team of asphalt engineers and workers.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills to liaise with project stakeholders, suppliers, and construction teams effectively.
• Environmental Awareness: Knowledge of environmental regulations and sustainable practices in asphalt engineering.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and address issues that may arise during asphalt construction, finding effective solutions.
• Budget Management: Competency in managing the construction budget and controlling expenses.
• Safety Awareness: Deep understanding and commitment to implementing safety protocols and ensuring a safe working environment.
• Team Collaboration: Effective communication and collaboration with project teams and stakeholders.
• Project Planning: Strong organizational skills for project planning, resource allocation, and scheduling.
• Contract Management: Understanding of contract negotiation, procurement, and subcontractor management.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently within project schedules.
• Attention to Detail: Demonstrate meticulousness in recording and analysing project cost estimation.
• Quality Control: Knowledgeable in quality assurance procedures and standards for construction project costing management.
• Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and standards in the road construction industry.
• Working experience: Possession 8 years of leadership working experience of which 3 years should have been obtained in the equivalent capacity.