Landscape and Irrigation Engineer
Parsons International
Total years of experience :16 years, 0 Months
Direct, supervise, and coordinate landscaping and irrigation construction activities and works to achieve construction in accordance with the contract documents.
Responsible of reviewing and checking of all landscape and irrigation shop drawings, approving materials submittal and method of statement submitted by the contractor for construction.
Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, ensure compliance with design specifications, and identify any issues or deviations from the plan.
Attending to Inspection Requests (IR's) submitted by the contractor and take appropriate action in a timely manner.
Review the contractor's progress reports, material submittals, method statement, and samples submitted to comply with project requirements.
Prepare tender documents, including detailed plans, specifications, and Bills of Quantities (BOQ), to facilitate the bidding process for construction contractors. Provide clarification to contractors regarding bid drawings, specifications, and any other tender-related inquiries.
Review shop drawings submitted by the contractor to ensure compliance with design intent, specifications, and relevant codes or standards. Develop landscape and irrigation plans, drawings, and specifications in accordance with project requirements and regulatory standards.
Establish quality assurance procedures to maintain high standards of engineering work and conduct regular reviews and audits of engineering designs, calculations, and reports.
Prepare comprehensive engineering reports detailing project findings, analysis, and recommendations, and manage engineering tasks and deadlines to ensure timely project completion.
Develop bills of quantities accurately estimating project costs and materials, and serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding engineering project matters.
Prepares technical reports, project manuals, and documentation of activity for the client and project management. Set and monitor duration of submittal review and approval of shop drawings, material submittals, etc.
Collaborates with construction management to eliminate any hazards associated with the work that may adversely affect the environment or the safety or health of employees. Ensures that personnel of the assigned group engage in safe work practices in compliance with site-specific safety procedures and industry standards.
Develops the scope of engineering work, schedules, and budgets for the assigned project elements, monitors progress to meet schedule and budget requirements, and identifies and documents changes in scope.
Determines the scope of procurement work, schedules, and budgets for technical aspects of the contract, and monitors progress. Interfaces with procurement and subcontracts to facilitate procurement coordination with vendors and subcontractors.
Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure timely and quality construction.
Oversee the implementation of landscaping plans to ensure that materials, techniques, and workmanship meet quality standards and adhere to regulatory requirements.
Prepare detailed technical specifications, drawings, and documentation for landscape and irrigation systems, components, and equipment. Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors to integrate irrigation designs with overall project plans and requirements.
Select appropriate irrigation materials, including pipes, fittings, valves, pumps, controllers, and sensors, based on project specifications and budget constraints. Procure materials from suppliers, vendors, and manufacturers, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.
Supervise the installation, construction, and testing of irrigation systems to ensure compliance with design specifications, standards, and regulations.
Prepares technical reports, project manuals, and documentation of activity for the client and project management.
Conducts quality assurance and quality control on design deliverables, including utilities coordination and compliance reviews. Develop innovative solutions to optimize water usage while meeting project objectives.
Extensive knowledge of the names and types of softscapes (plantations) and the requirements.
Review and comments on the landscape and irrigation network engineering submittals (shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, etc.). Ensure the timely review of all documents submitted by the consultant and/or contractor.
Coordinate and inspect site conditions before the start of construction activities. Verifying the compatibility of the site with the designed permanent works. Photograph and document the condition of an existing property that might be damaged by the work.
Review and inspection of materials and suppliers to ensure required standards. Prepare the detailed report in line with the requirements of a horticulturist's standards. Visit manufacturers and suppliers to ensure quality will be achieved. Inspect materials delivered on-site for quality and compliance with specifications.
Design drawings for Irrigation (Networks Layouts, Profiles, and standard details). Develop efficient and cost-effective irrigation designs that meet standards and requirements.
Coordinate and inspect site conditions before the start of construction activities. Verifying the compatibility of the site with the designed permanent works. Checking for obstructions. Photograph and document the condition of an existing property that might be damaged by the work. Make sure all existing structures, property, utilities, and landscaping are properly protected.
Review and inspection of materials and suppliers to ensure required standards. Prepare the detailed report in line with the requirements of a horticulturist's standards. Visit manufacturers and suppliers to ensure quality will be achieved.
Manage resources effectively, including labor, materials, and equipment, to ensure efficient progress and adherence to budget constraints.
Overseeing the preparation of engineering reports, drawings, and specifications related to landscape and irrigation planning, design, and other related water conveyance projects.
Review and interpret landscape architectural plans and specifications and develop and implement landscape construction sequences and schedules.
Prepare and manage landscape and irrigation construction budgets and estimates, and contribute to the development and implementation of sustainable landscape practices for the company.
Inspect the on-site and off-site materials to be used in the project and organize field and laboratory tests, conducted by others, on construction materials to ascertain their compliance with the specifications and determine it acceptability for use on the project.
Responsible in execution, stay updated on best practices in landscape and irrigation construction, and resolve construction issues and discrepancies in the field.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and best practices, including proper handling and disposal of waste materials.
Oversee project planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring that projects are completed within budget and on schedule. Coordinate with stakeholders, contractors, and government authorities.
Ensure the operations and infrastructure meet the highest safety standards and regulatory requirements. Implement safety protocols and procedures to minimize risks and prevent accidents.
Monitor and maintain irrigation systems to ensure optimal performance and water efficiency and conduct quality checks during the installation process to ensure accuracy and functionality.
Plan, supervise, and manage the building of irrigation, drainage, flood, and water control systems. Develop and manage the manufacture of agricultural machinery, equipment, and instrumentation, such as sensing, measuring, and recording devices.
Plan and supervise the construction of farms and other related buildings such as controlled environments (intensively house livestock, greenhouses, nurseries, and aquaculture) and storage facilities (grains, silos, and dryers). Supervise ground preparation, seeding and harvesting, spray technology, and post-harvesting (processing, packaging, and distribution of produce).
Operate various tools and equipment, including heavy equipment, chainsaws, jackhammers, laser levels, measurement equipment, shovels, hammers, drills, etc. Implement agricultural engineering programs to improve quality standards for agricultural products. Conduct research on the latest trends in agricultural engineering and farming aspects.
