Japanese-Speaking Engineer or Technical Professional

About the role

LBL International Construction, a French-Cambodian main contractor active in Southeast Asia since 1991, is hiring a Japanese-speaking engineer or technical professional for an on-site role in Phnom Penh. The company works on high-end projects such as luxury hotels, villas, residential and institutional buildings, and high-rises. The role supports construction projects through technical input, coordination with project managers and site teams, and assistance with planning, design reviews and quality control.

Key responsibilities

• Use Japanese to liaise with Japanese-speaking clients, partners or suppliers and translate technical documents and specifications.
• Coordinate with project managers and site teams on planning, design reviews and quality control.
• Prepare reports, attend site meetings and monitor project progress.
• Help resolve technical issues with multidisciplinary teams so projects are delivered on time, within budget and to safety and quality standards.

Required profile

• Relevant technical background in engineering, construction management or a related field, with experience on building or high-rise projects.
• Experience in project coordination, site supervision or technical support in construction.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in civil engineering, structural engineering, architecture, construction management or a similar discipline is preferred.
• Willingness to be based on-site in Phnom Penh and to visit project sites as required.

Required skills

• Strong spoken and written Japanese, able to explain technical information clearly; working English is highly beneficial.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and construction documents.
• Solid organisational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and a focus on safety and quality.
• Comfort working in a multicultural environment with diverse teams.