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Senior Civil Engineer (International Airport Heraklion Crete)

GEK TERNA Group
Heraklion, Crete, Greece, Greecefull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Jan 2026

About the role

International Airport of Heraklion, Crete S.A. is currently looking for a:

Senior Civil Engineer

Role responsibilities:

  • Responsible for any civil design related activities undertaken by the Company, as well as monitoring and reporting on the construction activities executed at site.
  • Liaises with various stakeholder representatives, including the Main Contractor and Independent Engineer, join related meetings and workshops, as a member of the Technical Department stationed in Crete, reporting to the Design Manager and assisting the Head of Minor Construction Projects.
  • Has thorough knowledge of the Contract, Company procedures, Project Schedules, the Project breakdown structure and any other information related to effectively administer the aforementioned.
  • Monitors and reports on construction activities conducted subcontractors and the Main Contractor.
  • Performs regular site reviews to ensure that all materials used, works performed and tests conducted by subcontractors or the Main Contractor, are in accordance with the Quality Management System and approved designs and specifications, recording and reporting any deviations.
  • Monitors the Independent Engineer’s design review during the Project’s construction phase.
  • Prepares drawings, calculations, schedules, technical specifications, method statements, RFPs, reports etc.   
  • Participates in coordination and progress technical meetings, punch walks, and construction closeout walks.

 

Requirements:

  • University degree in Civil engineering and training.
  • Master’s degree would be beneficial.
  • Five to ten years of working experience in the fields of civil engineering and construction.
  • Experience in structural engineering and the design of civil works is essential.
  • Experience in site supervision and construction management is essential.
  • Participation in large-scale, multi-million, projects would be beneficial.
  • Participation in Airport related projects would be beneficial.
  • Familiarity with ICAO, EASA, international and local standards would be beneficial.   
  • Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and regulations is essential.
  • Thorough knowledge of Greek Building Code, safety regulations and standards.
  • Communication, technical writing and report preparation skills.
  • Strong skills in software utilization including proficiency in MS Office suite and AutoCAD are essential.
  • A good command of oral and written English is essential.
  • Familiarity with Revit would be beneficial.
  • Knowledge of BIM principles would be beneficial.

Competencies:

  • Communication, technical writing and report preparation skills.
  • Communication with diverse teams

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