We are recruiting a competent and hands-on Civil Engineer / Site Foreman with strong on-ground construction experience to support our infrastructure and building projects across Tanzania. The role is based in Dar es Salaam, with possible deployment to other project locations as needed. The candidate must be capable of reading and implementing construction drawings, managing site crews, and executing roadworks, earthworks, asphalt laying, and structural concrete works — all with minimal supervision. Proficiency in AutoCAD is considered an added advantage.

 

Location:
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (with flexibility for transfer to projects across the country)

Department:
Construction / Site Operations

Reports to: Site Engineer / Project Manager / MD

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

SITE EXECUTION & SUPERVISION:

• Oversee day-to-day construction activities on site, ensuring proper sequencing,
  • quality, and pace of work.
  • and structural works.
  • standards.
  • necessary.
  • Roadworks & Earthworks:
  • preparation, and compaction.
  • formation.

    ASPHALT WORKS:

  • Roadworks and earthworks
  • Concrete structures (culverts, rigid pavements, small bridges)
  • Asphalt laying and paving supervision
• Supervise site teams, operators, and subcontractors during earthworks, roadworks,
• Ensure execution is in line with technical drawings, specifications, and safety
• Identify and resolve basic site-level issues independently, escalating only when
• Execute works such as clearing, grubbing, excavation, subgrade and base
• Coordinate plant and equipment for cut-and-fill operations, leveling, and drainage
• Support and supervise asphalt paving works, including base course preparation, tack coat application, and asphalt layer compaction.
• Ensure proper material temperatures, layer thickness, rolling patterns, and surface quality are maintained during paving.

   

   

  CONCRETE & STRUCTURAL WORKS:

• Assist in the construction of rigid pavements (yards, hardstands), culverts, and small to medium-sized bridge structures.
• Supervise setting out, reinforcement fixing, formwork, concrete casting, curing, and surface finishing.

  DRAWINGS & TECHNICAL OVERSIGHT:

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, cross-sections, and levels.
• Support layout verification and ensure alignment with approved plans.
• Use AutoCAD to review or mark up site plans where necessary.

   

  REPORTING & COORDINATION:

• Prepare daily progress updates and submit site logs covering manpower, machinery, and materials.
• Coordinate with procurement, logistics, and store personnel to ensure timely material availability.
• Report any challenges or required adjustments in site activity to the site engineer or project manager.

  QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Technology.
• Minimum 12 years of practical site experience in civil construction, specifically in:
• Strong ability to execute and manage site works with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in reading and applying technical drawings.
• Basic proficiency in AutoCAD is a valuable plus.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Self-driven, practical, and results-oriented.
• Strong team leadership and task management on site.
• Reliable, punctual, and capable of working under pressure.
• High personal integrity, discipline, and adaptability.
• Willingness to work in various project locations across Tanzania when required.

Posted On: Friday, July 4, 2025
Compensation: Open to Level of Experience