Lead Civil / Structural Engineer At Worknigeria

At Worknigeria, we are driven by a clear mission: to help Nigeria’s diverse workforce find meaningful jobs and to empower them with the skills they need to succeed and grow in their careers. We are committed to supporting career development and providing opportunities for professional advancement in all sectors.

We are currently seeking a qualified individual to join our team as a Lead Civil / Structural Engineer.

Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Oil and Gas Servicing

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all activities in the Civil / Structural Engineering function.
• Review and prepare discipline and project-specific documents, including drawings, datasheets, reports, and philosophies.
• Ensure sub-contractor/vendor designs meet company standards, relevant industry codes, and client requirements.
• Assist in resolving field problems and engineering issues across all project phases, from conceptual design to construction and commissioning.
• Maintain quality and consistency across the discipline, adhering to established work procedures.
• Monitor design contractor performance, recommending improvements when necessary to ensure project schedule and quality are met.
• Participate in HAZOPs and key design reviews.
• Organize and attend meetings with contractors, stakeholders, and engineers to resolve design-related issues impacting equipment life and personnel safety.
• Review fabrication drawings and documents for compliance with contract specifications and design standards.
• Support document controllers in maintaining updated drawings and drawing registers.
• Drive effective delivery and continuous improvement through accountability, influencing, and overcoming challenges.
• Lead by example to ensure Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards are met and ensure risks in design are minimized to acceptable levels.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to manage project expectations, risks, value drivers, and critical success factors.
• Foster strong working relationships with other disciplines and contractors.
• Prepare weekly progress and monthly reports.
• Integrate lessons learned from past and current projects into future project work.
• Support the development of junior team members and new technical professionals.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and technical guidelines, and deliver required technical documentation.
• Manage and oversee the full range of civil engineering tasks from small to large-scale construction projects, ensuring safety and sustainability.
• Ensure legal compliance, including health and safety, and consider budget constraints, regulations, and environmental hazards during the project’s risk-analysis phase.
• Provide technical support on contractual claims preparation and review.

Qualifications & Experience

• A minimum of a University Degree (B. Eng., B.Sc.) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Civil or Structural Engineering, along with relevant professional qualifications.
• At least 10 years of post-graduation experience, with a minimum of 6 years in engineering, construction, maintenance, and commissioning, and 3 years as a senior discipline engineer or project manager in a reputable organization, preferably in the Oil & Gas sector.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Proficient in MS Windows, Excel, and MS Office.
• Preferably NSE/COREN registered.

Skills & Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and tools.
• Expertise in computer-aided design (CAD) and other design, data recording, and analysis software.
• Strong understanding of construction materials, methods, and tools.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices related to civil engineering projects.
• Ability to solve complex problems creatively and analytically.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly detail-oriented and accurate.

Salary

N1,800,000 – N2,000,000 per month.

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2025.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, using the Job Title as the subject of the email.