Site Engineer Waterproofing & Finishing

Department

Projects / Construction

Reporting To

Project Manager / Senior Project Engineer

Job Summary The Site Engineer will be responsible for managing and supervising waterproofing and finishing activities at the construction site. The role involves ensuring proper execution as per approved drawings and specifications, maintaining quality standards, coordinating with contractors and labour teams, and ensuring timely completion of assigned activities.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

1. Waterproofing Works

- Supervise all types of waterproofing activities at the project site.
- Handle waterproofing works for toilets, terraces, balconies, basements, podiums, water tanks, wet areas, and external areas.
- Ensure proper surface preparation before waterproofing application.
- Monitor application of waterproofing chemicals/membranes as per manufacturer's specifications.
- Conduct water ponding tests and ensure proper rectification of leakage issues.
- Identify waterproofing defects and coordinate corrective actions.
- Ensure proper documentation of waterproofing inspections and testing.

2. Finishing Works

- Supervise finishing activities including plastering, tiling, flooring, painting, gypsum, putty, doors, windows, and other finishing works.
- Ensure finishing work is executed as per approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Check levels, line, alignment, dimensions, and workmanship.
- Conduct regular inspections and ensure timely rectification of defects and snags.

3. Contractor & Labour Management





- Coordinate with waterproofing and finishing contractors.
- Allocate work and monitor daily productivity.
- Ensure adequate manpower is available to meet project schedules.
- Monitor contractor performance and workmanship.
- Ensure proper coordination between different agencies working at the site.

4. Quality Control

- Ensure work is executed according to approved specifications and method statements.
- Conduct regular quality inspections.
- Identify quality issues and ensure corrective measures are completed.
- Coordinate with the QA/QC team for inspections and approvals.

5. Material Management

- Coordinate with the Store and Purchase teams for timely availability of waterproofing and finishing materials.
- Check material quality and quantity received at the site.
- Monitor material consumption and minimize wastage.
- Ensure proper storage and handling of materials.

6. Site Coordination

- Coordinate with Project Managers, Senior Engineers, Architects, Consultants, Contractors, and other departments.
- Resolve site-level technical and execution issues.
- Ensure work fronts are available as per the planned schedule.
- Coordinate activities to avoid delays and rework.

7. Progress Monitoring





- Prepare daily progress reports for waterproofing and finishing activities.
- Monitor work against planned targets and timelines.
- Highlight delays, material requirements, manpower shortages, and technical issues to the reporting manager.
- Ensure timely completion of assigned work.

8. Safety Compliance

- Ensure contractors and workers follow site safety procedures.
- Ensure appropriate PPE is used during waterproofing and finishing activities.
- Report unsafe conditions and practices immediately.
- Coordinate with the Safety Officer for secure execution of work.

Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of waterproofing systems and applications
- Knowledge of construction finishing activities
- Contractor and labour management
- Quality control and inspection
- Good knowledge of construction materials
- Drawing and specification understanding
- Problem-solving skills
- Good communication and coordination
- MS Excel and basic computer knowledge
- Ability to manage site activities independently

Qualification Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering

Experience

1–8 years of experience in residential/commercial real estate construction, with hands-on experience in waterproofing and finishing works.

Preferred Candidate Profile A technically sound and experienced Civil Site Engineer with strong hands-on knowledge of waterproofing and finishing activities, capable of independently managing contractors, labour, materials, quality, and day-to-day site execution while ensuring timely completion and high-quality workmanship.

📌 Site Engineer (Pune)
🏢 Millennium Developers
📍 Pune