Site Engineer
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Horyal Investments Holding Company Ltd is hiring two Site Engineers to be deployed to active construction work fronts in Kampala. The role involves supervising daily works, inspecting excavation, fill, drainage, concrete and lining activities, coordinating survey and laboratory testing, raising inspection requests, recording daily quantities and resources, and maintaining photographic records. The position reports to the Canal/Irrigation Engineer and interfaces with Works Inspectors and General Foremen.
- Two positions available deployed to active work fronts
- Reports to Canal/Irrigation Engineer
- Deadline: Thursday, October 15, 2026
- Full-time role based in Kampala, Uganda
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- UnclearRelated work experienceThe text mentions experience, but the exact level should be confirmed at source.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
- PreferredPractical evidence in engineer, site supervision, constructionThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
- RequiredAvailability to work in KampalaThe vacancy is associated with this location.
- UnclearComfort with the Full time contract termsConfirm hours, duration, probation and benefits at the original source.
Documents to prepare
- Likely requiredUpdated CV
- Role specificCover letter or short employer message
- OptionalProfessional references
- Role specificAcademic or professional certificates
- VerifyID or passport only after verifying the employer
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- Place your strongest Site Engineer evidence in the first half of your CV.
- In your cover letter or employer message, connect your experience to Horyal Investments Holding Company Ltd and the role in Kampala.
- Add concrete examples related to engineer, site supervision, construction, ideally with measurable outcomes or clear responsibilities.
- Follow the instructions from Great Uganda Jobs; avoid sending documents to unofficial contacts or copied links.
- Confirm the deadline, interview location and employer contact before sharing personal documents.
- Plan to submit before the listed deadline: 2026-10-15.
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- Deadline is available: 2026-10-15
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Interview preparation
- What experience makes you a strong fit for this Site Engineer role in engineer, site supervision?
- How have you handled responsibilities similar to those in this job post?
- Are you available to work in Kampala under the listed contract or schedule?
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Original source description
- Site Engineer
- 2026-09-22T12:12:46+00:00
- Horyal Investments Holding Company Ltd
- https://cdn.greatugandajobs.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_2733/logo/Horyal%20Investments%20Holding%20Company%20Ltd.jpg
- https://www.greatugandajobs.com
- FULL_TIME
- Uganda
- Kampala
- 00256
- Uganda
- Professional Services
- Science & Engineering, Construction, Management
- UGX
- MONTH
- 2026-10-15T17:00:00+00:00
- 8
- Deployment
- Full time; two positions deployed to active work fronts
- Reports to
- Canal / Irrigation Engineer
- Supervises / Interfaces
- Works Inspectors / General Foremen
- Role objective
- Deliver the assigned function with clear accountability, auditable records and timely escalation of risks.
- Job
Summary
Two Site Engineers shall be deployed according to active work fronts rather than fixed zones. They shall supervise daily works, inspect excavation and formation, monitor fill placement and compaction, coordinate survey and laboratory testing, verify reinforcement, formwork and concrete preparation, supervise lining works, raise inspection requests, record daily quantities and resources, identify non-conformances, maintain photographic records and coordinate Works Inspectors and support staff.
Key
Responsibilities
Manage and inspect assigned active construction fronts continuously.
Confirm that crews use current drawings, approved method statements and correct materials.
Check setting-out information before excavation, fill, drainage, concrete or lining activities commence.
Inspect excavation limits, formation condition and trimming and request survey/geotechnical review where necessary.
Control fill layer thickness, moisture conditioning, compaction sequence and testing frequency.
Coordinate laboratory and survey personnel so required tests and measurements are completed without delaying production.
Inspect reinforcement, formwork, embedded items, joints and pre-pour readiness for structures.
Monitor concrete placement, vibration, finishing, curing and specimen preparation.
Inspect geomembrane/subgrade preparation, handling, anchorage and protection against damage.
Prepare inspection requests and ensure hold points are not bypassed.
Record daily labour, plant, quantities, weather, delays, tests, instructions and significant events.
Raise or recommend NCRs for defective work and verify corrective actions before requesting acceptance.
Maintain photographic records referenced to chainage, structure and date.
Prepare daily and weekly progress quantities for management and commercial verification.
Minimum qualifications:
BSc/HND Civil Engineering; 4-6 years’ relevant construction experience.
Key deliverables:
Daily site reports; inspection requests; site diaries; daily quantity & resource records; photographic records; weekly production summaries; defect/NCR follow-up records.
Indicative performance indicators:
Inspection requests submitted on time
Rework rate
Daily record completeness
Test compliance rate
Achievement of weekly work-front targets
Authority and escalation
: The officer shall act within approved drawings, specifications, method statements, ITPs and delegated authority. Any safety-critical condition, major non-conformance, design conflict, material deviation, abnormal ground condition or issue with material cost/programme impact shall be escalated promptly through the defined project chain of command.
Act as the Consultant's senior independent technical assurance representative and primary professional interface with Client management.
Review the Client's quality-management arrangements, method statements, ITPs and critical construction procedures for adequacy.
Review monthly construction progress, quality performance, unresolved technical matters and key risks before each visit.
Coordinate specialist attendance to coincide with actual work fronts, hold points, NCRs and decisions requiring specialist input.
Witness selected major hold points and verify that the Client's inspection and testing records support acceptance.
Review major NCRs, root causes, proposed corrective actions and evidence of closure.
Assess whether Client routine supervision and laboratory systems remain adequate and recommend targeted strengthening where gaps arise.
Review technical RFIs, design clarifications and significant site changes from a quality and constructability perspective.
Review section completion, testing and handover readiness.
Provide independent advice on whether work should be accepted, corrected, further tested or referred for design review.
Ensure Consultant recommendations are recorded clearly without assuming the Client's daily construction-management responsibilities.
Registered Civil/Water Engineer
Minimum 15 years professional
Experience
- Substantial irrigation/canal supervision
- postgraduate degree
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