Tunnel Engineer (TBM Operation)

Parsons Corporation

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Job Description:

Tunnel Engineer (TBM Operation )

Dubai, UAE

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what s possible.

Parsons is looking for an experienced and talented Tunnel Engineer for (TBM Operation) to join our construction supervision team! In this role, you will assist the Tunnel Resident Engineer in following up the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) operation activities during the advance, reviewing TBM parameters given to the construction team for each Tunnel stretch, Implementing the safety standards as per the local regulations and the contract requirement, ensuring compliance with the design specifications.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assist the Resident Engineer in supervising the Tunnel construction activity, including the galleries connected to the Tunnel, and associated works.

• Monitor and oversee the TBM protocol for tunnel construction activities, ensuring execution aligns with approved project plans, specifications, and safety standards.

• Collaborate with other engineers / Inspectors of the construction supervision team to ensure seamless coordination of operation.

• Review & ensure the parameters provided at each TBM machine for excavation to minimize the risk during the machine advance.

• Identify the risk during TBM operation through monitoring the applied face pressure, Grout injection pressure & TBM's software application to avoid any high risk during the TBM advance.

• Monitor TBM annular gap grouting, Ring Installation, greasing and maintenance activity.

• Supervise the Inspector s based on TBM at each shift in each machine.

• Control TBM safe operation specifically under main roads, close to adjunct buildings.

• Coordinate with Geotechnical Team and I&M team to closely monitor the operation at critical zones

• Review shop drawings, design proposals, method statements, and correspondence related to tunnel works, and prepare responses for the Resident Engineer's review.

• Provide on-site technical assistance and guidance to construction teams to ensure compliance with quality and safety objectives.

• Coordinate with design engineers to resolve structural issues encountered during construction.

• Maintain accurate and detailed daily diaries and reports prepared by inspectors based on the reports produced by TBM operation team at each shift.

• Work closely with contractor engineers to manage scheduling, resource allocation, and progress tracking for tunnel construction applying the approved sequence.

• Supervise and guide inspectors and surveyors to ensure quality and compliance with project requirements.

• Convene and lead meetings with service authorities, contractors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to address construction-related issues.

• Ensure accuracy and completeness of construction records, including as-built documentation.

• Oversee the implementation of safety procedures specific to tunneling works and ensure adherence to project safety goals.

• Prepare, draft or assist in the preparation of weekly and monthly progress reports for the Resident Engineer.

• Provide on-site directions and assist the Resident Engineer in issuing site instructions related to tunnel works and associated items.

• Verify and measure completed work, record progress, and assist the Resident Engineer in comparing progress against the project schedule.

• Ensure the correctness and completeness of as-built drawings and oversee the handover of tunnel works to respective service authorities.

• Analyze engineering drawings, plans, and specifications to ensure they meet project requirements and resolve any discrepancies during construction.

• Ensure construction quality and adherence to engineering standards, safety regulations, and contractual requirements.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor s degree in Civil / Structural and/ or any Engineering degree from an accredited university is required.

• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in supervising tunnel construction, particularly in metro rail or large-scale infrastructure projects.

• Strong understanding of Tunnel Boring Machine, operations and related works to tunnels with at least one complete tunnel project from the start to the completion.

• Ability to identify risks associated with TBM operations.

• Familiar with TBM monitors, gauges, Alram sensors & software applications to minimize risks during TBM advance.