Job Description

Civil Engineering Observer – Road Section Hooipolder to Werkendam

Werkendam, Netherlands

Contract Opportunity | Infrastructure Project | Hybrid / On-Site

A major public infrastructure organization in the Netherlands is seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Observer to support the A27HH infrastructure project, specifically the A59 Hooipolder Interchange to Werkendam section. This large-scale road infrastructure project forms part of the A27HH South contract and involves a broad range of civil engineering and construction activities.

In this role, you will act as the technical eyes and ears on-site, supporting the technical manager by monitoring construction activities, identifying risks, performing inspections, and ensuring work is executed according to project requirements, standards, and contractual frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

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  Perform risk-driven observations to verify that construction activities comply with the following:
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    Design documentation
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    Work plans
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    System requirements
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    Project frameworks and standards
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  Monitor activities related to:
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    Earthworks
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    Road construction
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    Retaining walls
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    Traffic measures
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    Landscaping
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    Sewerage systems
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    Waterways
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  Advise on execution risks during the design and construction phases.
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  Identify realization risks and contribute to mitigation strategies.
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  Review work and inspection plans for feasibility and compliance.
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  Prepare, execute, and report both targeted and non-targeted observations within GRIP.
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  Communicate findings with contractors and report to the technical manager and testing coordinator.
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  Participate in SCB assessments, inspections, testing activities, and product evaluations.
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  Provide technical advice regarding variations, deviations, and execution risks.
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  Review delivery and completion documentation.
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  Collaborate closely with project teams, technical specialists, and contractors.

Requirements

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  Completed an HBO (Higher Professional Education) degree.
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  Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in the execution phase of large infrastructure projects within:
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    Contracting
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    Government
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    Consultancy or engineering environments
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  Minimum 5 years of experience as an interim manager and/or project manager.
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  Valid VOL-VCA certification (Safety for Operational Supervisors VCA).
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  Strong knowledge of infrastructure execution standards and guidelines.
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  Experience working within multidisciplinary IPM project teams.
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  Experience collaborating with technical advisors, specialists, contract management, environmental management, and project control teams.
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  Knowledge of sustainability within infrastructure projects.
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  Experience with Rijkswaterstaat processes and systems, including GRIP and CONNECT.
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  Demonstrated experience with:
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    System Engineering
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    Risk-driven working
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    Verification & validation processes
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    System-oriented contract management
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  Professional proficiency in Dutch is required.

Key Competencies

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  Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
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  Persuasive and proactive mindset
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  Strong planning and organizational abilities
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  Curious, open-minded, and solution-oriented attitude
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  Ability to work effectively in dynamic and uncertain project environments

Additional Information

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  This assignment forms part of a major national infrastructure program in the Netherlands.
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  Work will primarily take place on-site within the Werkendam region.
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  This assignment is not open to freelancers or self-employed professionals.
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  Candidates must comply with GDPR requirements during application submission.
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  Early application is encouraged as the assignment may close before the official deadline.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced civil engineering professional with strong infrastructure execution expertise who wants to contribute to one of the Netherlands' major road development projects.