AVP for Engineering - #34518

Step into a senior leadership role where you’ll shape the future of iconic projects. As AVP for Engineering, you’ll lead teams, win bids, and deliver landmark developments that define skylines.

Company Profile :

Our client, established in May 1993, began its operations with a focus on minor renovations, interior fit-outs, and compact residential projects. Over the years, our client has steadily built a strong reputation in the Philippine construction industry, completing industrial, institutional, recreational, commercial, medical, religious, infrastructure, and mixed-use developments across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Today, our client holds a AAAA PCAB license the highest classification from the Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board and is an ISO 9001-certified organisation, demonstrating its commitment to quality management and excellence in every project.

Adapting to the evolving demands of the industry, our client has expanded its capabilities to include design-build services, value engineering, all-in package solutions, and the adoption of the latest construction technologies. This adaptability reflects our client’s dedication to delivering cost-efficient, innovative, and high-quality solutions tailored to meet client needs.

The story of our client embodies the values of its shareholders, management, and dedicated staff. More than just expanding its business, our client strives to promote goodwill, professional collaboration, and sustainable growth that benefits clients, industry peers, and the nation it proudly serves. With 100% Filipino ownership, our client continues to integrate the vision of its founder with the fresh perspectives of the second generation, who are actively involved in strategic and management decisions.

Overall purpose and responsibilities of the role :

The AVP for Engineering is accountable for the strategic leadership, management, and supervision of the Engineering Department, ensuring the effective delivery of projects from acquisition through to completion. This role oversees the development and implementation of engineering policies, programs, and performance standards, driving operational efficiency, innovation, and compliance with ISO 9001 quality management systems. The AVP is directly involved in acquiring new projects through bidding or negotiated design-and-build proposals, with final approval from the President, and ensures all proposals are technically sound, cost-effective, and aligned with company objectives.

The position is responsible for leading departmental planning, setting KPIs, managing budgets, and overseeing the professional development and performance of engineering staff. It ensures the accuracy and timeliness of technical submissions, bid documentation, and project implementation plans, while fostering strong client relationships and safeguarding the company’s contractual interests. The AVP also manages variation orders, monitors industry trends and emerging technologies, and upholds strict compliance with quality, safety, and information security standards. Ultimately, the AVP serves as the key technical advisor to the President & CEO on engineering strategies, while championing continuous improvement and excellence in project execution.

Duties and Responsibilities :

The AVP for Engineering is responsible for the overall management and supervision of the Engineering Department. Responsible for acquiring new projects through bidding or through negotiated process of design and build proposal with the approval of the President.

Technical Competencies : Duties and Responsibilities

1. Development of the Engineering Department

• Oversees the implementation of all Engineering programs through the staff; monitors their administration in accordance with the established standards and procedures; identifies opportunities for improvement and resolves any discrepancies
• Conducts a continuing study of all Engineering policies, programs, and practices; revises these when necessary or proposes new ones; seeks the approval of the President & CEO and communicates them in coordination with the management committee
• Leads the development of departmental objectives, goals and systems by identifying key results areas and establishing departmental measurements or KPIs that support the accomplishment of the strategic goals of the company; ensures that departmental objectives and goals are met
• Directs the preparation and maintenance of reports that are necessary to carry out the functions of the department; prepares periodic reports for management to track strategic goal accomplishment as necessary
• Supports on-going staff development by analyzing performance gaps to determine their training needs and creates individual development plans based on these; conducts training and / or orientation to the staff as planned
• Recommends personnel actions such as hiring, promotions, transfers, discharge and disciplinary measures and evaluates work performance of employees under supervision through performance discussions and appraisal reviews; submits the accomplished Performance Appraisal Review Form (PARF) to Human Resources & Administration as prescribed ensuring compliance to the performance management system
• Manages own work performance by participating in performance discussions and appraisal reviews; follows through action plans agreed upon during said discussions and reviews
• Learns by actively pursuing self-development on an on-going basis both technically and personally; takes advantage of learning opportunities such as assignments, projects, workshops, etc.
• Stays up to date with industry trends by researching / monitoring new methodologies, tools and techniques or attending exhibits / supplier product demonstrations; determines their applicability and recommends appropriately
• Participates in meetings (executive committee, management committee, coordination, department), walk-throughs, site visits, workshops, seminars or certifications as required by the company or profession
• Develops and monitors an annual budget and recommends cost saving measures to meet financial objectives
• Exercises signing authority on behalf of the department for expenditures as assigned
• Advises the President & CEO on strategies for Engineering and other related concerns

2. Bidding Process

a. Research Planning

b. Preparing the Bid

c. Submission and Presentation of the Bid

d. Getting the Contract Award

e. Client Relationship Management

f. Variation Orders and Additional Works

Ensures documentation and records management of all Engineering policies, programs and practices

Verifies all documents and records are complete and accurate; sorts, files and maintains these accordingly

4. Compliance

Establishes, reviews and updates Engineering policies and procedures in line with the ISO 9001 Quality Management System

Analyzes and resolves audit findings in accordance with the established policies and procedures

Updates the Quality Systems Committee of any changes in the policies and procedures and reports the resolution of non-conformances

Always complies with information security requirements

5. Others

Performs other tasks that maybe assigned from time-to-time depend etc. raining, education, qualifications or experience and necessary resources

Supports and participates in all company programs and events such as Christmas party, Anniversary celebration, Chairman’s birthday, company outing, sports festival, outreach program, etc.

Requirements

Must-have Skills / Qualification :

A. Education

Graduate of Bachelor of Science in any field of engineering, preferably Civil Engineering

B. Experience

C. Eligibility

Licensed Civil Engineer, preferred

Behavioral Competencies

1. Core

Directing work results that are accurate, of excellent quality, and in accordance with the objectives and the goals of the company

Required : Level 4 Inspires the company towards higher level of performance

Making sure that standards and procedures are not compromised

Required : Level 4 Keeps an eye on the standards of others

Being consistent with what one says or values and those associated with ones position and the company

Required : Level 4 Supports a climate of mutual respect

Working together with stakeholders to meet or exceed their expectations

Required : Level 4 Takes on a long-term view in stakeholder relations

2. Organizational

Generating resourceful ideas and solutions to solve problems or to make decisions

Required : Level 4 Resolves difficult problems

Setting up a systematic course of action for self or others to ensure accomplishment of tasks and effective use of time

Required : Level 4 Provides oversight for projects

Dealing with issues proactively

Required : Level 4 Considers and plans for the future

Listening and responding to others in a manner that fosters open communication

Required : Level 4 Communicates difficult or unpopular messages

Enhancing the effectiveness of the team members and the team as a whole

Required : Level 4 Serves as a link between teams

Addressing developmental needs to enhance personal and work performance

Required : Level 4 Links personal learning with anticipated change in company strategy

3. Leadership

Inspiring others to improve performance to achieve the company objectives

Required : Level 4 Nurtures a culture of high performance

Steering the process of change while helping others deal with its effects

Required : Level 3 Links change initiatives with company objectives

Committing to a vision of success through alignment of strategic objectives and measures

Required : Level 3 Supports alignment of operational goals and plans

Seeing the big picture by having an awareness of the business issues / processes / outcomes and their impact on the company’s strategic direction while managing finances and resources to maximize results

Required : Level 3 Uses business metrics and seeks to improve financial and resources management

Job Type : Permanent

Employment Type : Full Time Employment

Schedule : Monday to Friday PH Time 8 : 30 am - 6 : 00 pm

Location : Cubao, Quezon City

Industry : Construction and Engineering