Position: Junior Engineer (Civil) – NHAI Road Project

Project: National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)

Project Mode: Public-Private Partnership (PPP)

Department: Project Execution / Highway Operations & Maintenance

Reporting To: Senior Engineer / Project Manager

Job Location: NHAI Project Site (as assigned)

1. Job Purpose

To support the execution, inspection, monitoring, and maintenance of highway infrastructure under an NHAI project implemented through the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. The Junior Engineer will ensure that site activities are carried out as per approved drawings, technical specifications, project timelines, safety standards, and contractual requirements.
1. Key Roles and Responsibilities

A. Site Execution and Supervision

- Supervise day-to-day road construction, repair, maintenance, and related civil engineering activities.
- Monitor site work to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Inspect road pavement, shoulders, drains, culverts, road markings, signage, and other highway infrastructure.
- Identify site issues, technical deviations, and execution delays, and report them to the Senior Engineer.
- Ensure proper utilisation of manpower, materials, machinery, and equipment at the project site.

B. NHAI Project Compliance

- Ensure that work is carried out in accordance with applicable NHAI/MoRTH specifications, approved project documents, and contractual obligations.
- Assist in inspections, measurements, quality checks, and preparation of reports required for NHAI and project-authorised representatives.
- Maintain site records, inspection registers, measurement books, and daily progress reports.
- Support compliance with applicable PPP concession agreement requirements and project-specific performance standards.

C. Stakeholder Coordination

- Coordinate with NHAI officials, the Independent Engineer, concessionaire representatives, contractors, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders, as applicable.
- Attend site inspections and coordination meetings with senior officials when assigned.
- Communicate site progress, technical concerns, work constraints, and maintenance issues to the reporting manager.
- Follow up on observations, instructions, and corrective actions issued by authorised project representatives.




- Maintain professional communication and ensure timely resolution of routine site-level issues.

D. Supervision of Junior Staff and Work Teams

- Guide and monitor work performed by site supervisors, workmen, contractors, and other assigned junior-level personnel.
- Allocate daily tasks as directed by the Senior Engineer or Project Manager.
- Monitor attendance, deployment, productivity, and work progress of assigned site personnel.
- Explain work procedures, safety instructions, and quality requirements to the workforce.
- Report manpower shortages, performance issues, absenteeism, and delays to the reporting manager.

E. Quality Control and Safety

- Assist in material inspection, sampling, testing, and quality documentation.
- Monitor workmanship and ensure that non-conforming work is reported and rectified.
- Ensure adherence to site safety procedures, traffic management plans, and work-zone safety requirements.
- Report accidents, unsafe practices, road hazards, and emergency maintenance requirements immediately.
- Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) by assigned workers.

F. Progress Monitoring and Documentation

- Prepare daily site progress reports, work measurements, inspection notes, and material consumption records.
- Track planned versus actual progress and highlight delays or resource constraints.
- Maintain photographic records and supporting documents for completed works.
- Assist in preparing quantity estimates, bills, contractor measurements, and progress statements.
- Submit timely reports to the Senior Engineer or Project Manager.

G. Highway Maintenance and Operations

- Conduct routine inspections of the assigned highway stretch.
- Identify potholes, pavement distress, drainage blockages, damaged signage, damaged safety barriers, and other road deficiencies.
- Coordinate with the maintenance team for timely rectification of defects.
- Assist in monitoring road-user safety, incident response,



and emergency repair activities.
- Maintain records of complaints, defects, maintenance activities, and closure of corrective actions.

1. Educational Qualification

- Diploma or B.Tech/B.E. in Civil Engineering from a recognised institution.
- Knowledge of highway engineering, road construction, civil works, and site supervision is preferred.

1. Experience

- Diploma holders: 1–3 years of relevant experience preferred.
- B.Tech/B.E. holders: Freshers with suitable site knowledge or candidates with 1–2 years of experience may be considered.
- Experience in NHAI, highway construction, road maintenance, EPC, or PPP projects will be an advantage.

1. Required Skills and Competencies

- Basic knowledge of highway construction and maintenance.
- Ability to read and interpret civil engineering drawings and specifications.
- Familiarity with site measurements, quantity calculations, and quality checks.
- Good coordination and communication skills.
- Ability to supervise workers and monitor contractors.
- Basic computer proficiency, including MS Excel and preparation of daily reports.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Willingness to work at highway project sites and undertake site inspections as required.

1. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Timely completion of assigned site activities.
- Compliance with quality, safety, and project specifications.
- Accuracy and timely submission of site reports and measurements.
- Effective coordination with project stakeholders.
- Timely identification and closure of site defects and observations.
- Productivity and supervision of assigned manpower.
- Compliance with project documentation and reporting requirements.

1. General Responsibilities

- Follow all company policies, project procedures, and lawful instructions issued by authorised superiors.
- Maintain discipline, punctuality, skilled conduct, and confidentiality of project information.
- Perform any other relevant duties assigned by the Senior Engineer or Project Manager within the scope of the role.

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹70,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Leave encashment
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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