Tunnel Manager

Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of engineers, supervisors, and site personnel to ensure the safe and efficient execution of tunnel construction works. Plan, coordinate, and oversee all Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) tunnelling activities, ensuring works are completed according to project schedules, specifications, and quality standards. Review geotechnical data, construction drawings, and technical documents to develop tunnelling strategies suitable for varying ground conditions. Monitor daily site progress, manpower allocation, equipment utilization, and productivity to ensure timely project delivery. Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, TBM manufacturers, and relevant authorities to resolve technical and operational issues. Review and approve construction methodologies, work procedures, risk assessments, and method statements to ensure compliance with safety and engineering requirements. Supervise TBM excavation, segment lining installation, grouting, waterproofing, and other tunnel-related activities to achieve project quality objectives. Identify potential technical risks and implement effective solutions to minimize delays and maintain smooth tunnelling operations. Ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations, statutory requirements, environmental standards, and company policies through regular inspections and audits. Prepare and review project reports, progress updates, technical documentation, and resource planning for management. Provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineering and site teams to enhance project performance and operational efficiency. Perform any other duties assigned by the Project Director or senior management. Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline. Minimum 10 years of experience in tunnel construction, including extensive experience in TBM operations and managing projects of similar scale and complexity. Strong knowledge of TBM tunnelling methods, geotechnical engineering, tunnel construction techniques, and ground improvement works. Proven experience in planning, coordinating, and managing tunnel construction activities from design through project completion. Familiarity with construction drawings, AutoCAD, BIM, and other engineering software is an advantage. Excellent leadership, problem-solving, communication, and project management skills. Able to work independently, make sound technical decisions, and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.