Civil Engineer / Villa Project Management

X Architecture is a design studio based in Athens with the ambition to complete unique projects worldwide.

We are a team of young architects in direct collaboration with civil and mechanical engineers, lighting designers, landscape designers and real estate experts. Our enthusiasm and creativity for architecture and design along with our experience in projects such as hotels, private residences and commercial buildings are the ingredients to compose unique environments.

We form building environments that allow things to happen. We experiment with materials and building techniques. We respect local values. We design and fabricate custom geometrical structures. No matter the scale we aim for a unique architectural identity for our projects and for a unique living experience for our clients.

We are looking for an experienced and driven civil engineer with a wealth of industry knowledge. The proposed job opening is for on-site project management of villa projects in Corfu. The job opening, apart form the daily on-site presence, requires frequent communication with the Architectural team in Athens and the local subcontractors and workers of the firm.

The civil engineer should be a critical thinker and have sound subject knowledge of mathematics and physics to identify and solve engineering problems. You must also possess a certain level of creativity in order to present innovative solutions and improvements to technical processes. The successful candidate will be able to effectively communicate ideas, make recommendations, and negotiate project details with their team, subcontractors, and clients.

Responsibilities:

• Doing feasibility assessments and site inspections.
• Preparing and implementing project plans.
• Researching and providing estimates for projects.
• Reviewing government regulations and ordinances.
• Monitoring and optimizing safety procedures, production processes, and regulatory compliance.
• Making recommendations or presenting alternative solutions to problems.
• Confidently liaising with clients and other professional subcontractors.
• Project management duties (e.g. managing budgets, resources, and deadlines; acquiring and compiling quotes, etc.).

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field, accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers.
• Registration/Licensure as a professional engineer may be required.
• A minimum of 5 years of industry knowledge and on-site presence is required.
• Familiarity with design software, such as Autodesk, AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with a high level of accuracy in calculations and design.
• Excellent time management skills to ensure project deadlines are met.
• Leadership skills to effectively manage a diverse group of professionals working on one project.
• Ability to coordinate more than one project at a time.

Benefits:

• Competitive Earnings Package
• Accommodation expenses, vehicle expenses, business cell phone, business laptop are provided
• Culture committed to work-life balance
• An opportunity to grow alongside us
• Flexible vacation

Tagged as: civil engineer, construction management, on-site experience