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Building Engineer

On-site in Las Palmas·Added 3 months ago (last checked 7 Oct)

OCA Global

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Las Palmas
Experience: 2+ years
Education: University degree
Driving licence: Required

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

What requirements do you need for the position?

Degree in Construction Engineering, building, civil (...) or Technical Architecture. (Official degree recognized in Spain is essential).
Driving license.
Experience in a similar position of at least 2 years and/or experience as an OCT or in a Construction Company.
Residing near the workplace.

Nice to have

Valuable experience in Health and Safety Coordination, or a Master's in OSH in the 3 specialties.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

At OCA Global, the "how" we work is as important as the "what" we do:

Flat structure and agility: Forget excessive bureaucracy. Here, decisions are fast and you will have real proximity to the management team.
Continuous technical learning: You will work hand in hand with excellent experts, facing technical challenges that will boost your career every day.
Autonomy and trust: We believe in your professional judgment. You will have the freedom to organize your missions and make well-founded technical decisions.
Well-being and Rock & Roll: We are a young, energetic, and motivated team. We value your time:
Schedule from Monday to Thursday from 08:30 to 18:00h and Fridays intensive working day from 08:30 to 15:30h. Additionally, you will also enjoy an intensive working day on eve of holidays, July and August + you will have December 24th and 31st off.

The role

Due to our growth and expansion, we need to incorporate a Building Engineer for the Infrastructure Division in Gran Canaria.

Reporting directly to the Division Delegate, your mission will be to carry out the supervision and review of construction projects.

What you'll do

Your main functions will be:

Study and control of the execution project or the existing building.
Site visits: blocks, single-family homes, mainly within the civil scope.
Structural calculation of the project.
Study and control of works in the execution phase.
Control of materials (review of related results and/or quality control certificates).
Supervision of the ten-year insurance (decennial liability) required from developers and/or subcontractors.
Issuance of OCT reports.
Preparation of execution control, watertightness, and installations reports.
Review of projects in compliance with the CTE.

What competencies are we looking for?

Analytical skills
Problem-solving skills
Agility
Teamwork
Good communication

Hiring process

3 steps1 interviewa task to do

Application
Video questions
In your own time · Not every role
Asynchronous recorded answers, requested only when the vacancy requires them.
Interview
With a recruiter specialised in your area
You pick the interview slot that suits your availability.
Predictive Index
Online test · Not every role
A short profile assessment; not mandatory but can help you stand out.

Response time varies by position, but every applicant receives an answer.
Every vacancy has a direct chat with OCA Global recruiters.
Candidates rate the process afterwards, whether or not selected.

About OCA Global

OCA Global is a multinational company specializing in inspection, certification, and testing services across a wide range of industries including industrial, construction, energy, and technology sectors. With a global workforce of thousands of employees, the company operates in over 60 countries, providing services such as quality assurance, risk prevention, and regulatory compliance. Their services span from technical inspections of pressure equipment and welding to ISO management system audits and IT scheme audits.

In Spain, OCA Global has a significant presence with offices in Sant Cugat del Vallès (Barcelona) and other locations, offering a wide range of roles from technical inspectors and auditors to IT administrators and Salesforce developers. The company is known for its strong focus on training and development, offering internships and junior positions, making it an attractive option for international professionals looking to start or advance their careers in the certification and inspection industry in Spain.

Industry: Inspection
Founded: 1996
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Barcelona, Spain
In Spain: Barcelona, Madrid, Sant Cugat del Vallès and 10 more
Website: ocaglobal.com

Good to know if you are moving

OCA Global offers a structured training path with many junior and internship positions, ideal for international professionals entering the Spanish job market.
The company operates in over 60 countries, providing opportunities for international mobility and a diverse, multicultural work environment.
Many roles require Spanish language proficiency, but there are also technical and IT positions (e.g., Salesforce developer) where English may be sufficient.
The company provides formal training and certification pathways in areas like ISO management systems and technical inspections, valuable for career development.
Spain offices are located in several cities including Barcelona, Madrid, and Andalusia, offering positions across the country.

In their own words

About the company & team

OCA Global we are an international private capital group and a benchmark in Inspection, Vehicle Inspection, Certification, Testing, Consulting, Prevention, Training, Sustainability and Environment, with more than 12 years of experience.

We are a team of more than 5,000 employees, distributed across a network of more than 90 offices worldwide, and we provide our services in more than 60 countries, making a better world possible, ensuring that nothing is left to chance and with a high commitment in everything we do.

At OCA Global, we work to make this a safer, more sustainable, and more reliable world.
We are an international private capital group with more than 4,500 professionals in more than 60 countries.
Our mission is clear: to leave nothing to chance.
We are dedicated to inspection, certification, testing, consulting, training, and sustainability, combining technical rigor, innovation, and commitment to quality.

More information at 👉 www.ocaglobal.com

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