Site Engineer at Cube Square Concepts Project Limited

Location: Ilupeju, Lagos

Job Description
Site Engineer would work closely with architects and other building professionals, manage and supervise construction work teams, artisans and sub contractor on construction projects. You would specify the appropriate engineering tools to be used in projects and advise where this requires deviation from the initial design plans for the project:

• Meet with other professionals and clients at an early stage to agree on the project brief
• Understand how the design aspects of a construction project influence and relate to performance and functional issues, so that practical questions can be addressed at the outset
• Evaluate and advise on construction methodologies
• Identify the surveys (e.g. land surveys) required before work can commence, ensuring they're undertaken and their results are fed into the project
• Develop project briefs and work on these as the project progresses
• Assist in  the detailed design process and coordinate design information
• Liaise with appropriate authorities (e.g. town planning enquiries and building inspectors) when producing documentation for statutory approval
• Produce, analyse and advise on detailed specifications for suitable materials or processes to be used
• Carry out design-stage risk assessments
• Manage the site officers and office and contribute to the overall running of the business
• Evaluate and advise on refurbishment, re-use, recycling and deconstruction.

Qualifications

• B.Sc in Civil Engineering, Engineering, building technology or relevant field
• 3-5 years cognate experience
• In-depth understanding of construction procedures, softwares, materials and project management principles
• A strong interest in architecture, mathematics, drawing and design, with an excellent eye for detail
• Art and design skills to complement technical know-how
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Competence in CAD software

Additional Information:

• An analytical mind with strong problem-solving ability
• Strong planning and organisation skills
• The ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team
• High levels of creativity, imagination and vision
• The ability to work well under pressure and within budget.