Bored Pile Project Engineer at Bradfield Consulting

Reports To: Project Manager / Construction Manager

Job Summary:

The Bored Pile Project Engineer will plan, coordinate, supervise, and monitor bored piling operations, ensuring that deep foundation construction activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved engineering designs, construction specifications, project schedules, and quality standards.

The role is responsible for overseeing piling operations from site preparation and borehole excavation through reinforcement cage installation and concrete placement. The successful candidate will coordinate site personnel, equipment, materials, and subcontractors to achieve project objectives while maintaining high standards of construction quality, safety, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Execution

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily bored piling activities in line with approved drawings, method statements, and project schedules.
• Review engineering drawings, geotechnical reports, and construction specifications before commencing operations.
• Coordinate site preparation, setting out, equipment mobilisation, material availability, and work sequencing.
• Monitor daily production against project targets and implement corrective measures where necessary.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontractors to ensure efficient project execution.
• Identify construction delays, technical challenges, and resource constraints and recommend practical solutions.

Bored Piling Operations

• Supervise borehole drilling, temporary casing installation, excavation, and borehole preparation.
• Monitor borehole depth, diameter, verticality, stability, and cleanliness in accordance with project requirements.
• Coordinate reinforcement cage fabrication, lifting, positioning, and installation.
• Supervise tremie pipe installation and concrete placement procedures.
• Monitor concrete delivery, placement records, and relevant construction quality requirements.
• Coordinate with surveyors and geotechnical personnel to verify pile locations and construction parameters.
• Support pile integrity testing, load testing, and other specified foundation testing activities.

Quality Control and Technical Compliance

• Ensure piling activities comply with approved designs, specifications, and construction procedures.
• Coordinate with QA/QC personnel on inspections, testing, and documentation.
• Investigate construction defects, borehole instability, concrete placement problems, and other technical issues.
• Ensure non-conformances are documented and corrective actions implemented.
• Maintain accurate pile installation records, daily reports, and as-built documentation.

Equipment and Resource Management

• Monitor the availability and performance of piling rigs, cranes, pumps, and auxiliary equipment.
• Coordinate with plant engineers to address equipment breakdowns and minimise downtime.
• Monitor the consumption of concrete, reinforcement, drilling consumables, and other materials.
• Ensure equipment and materials are used efficiently and wastage is minimised.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance

• Enforce site HSE procedures, risk assessments, and approved method statements.
• Ensure workers use appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Identify unsafe conditions and stop or escalate activities where necessary.
• Participate in toolbox talks, site inspections, and incident investigations.
• Ensure safe lifting operations, equipment movement, excavation activities, and concrete placement.

Reporting and Coordination

• Prepare daily, weekly, and periodic project progress reports.
• Maintain records of completed piles, drilling parameters, concrete consumption, and production rates.
• Liaise with project management, consultants, subcontractors, and other site teams.
• Report delays, resource requirements, quality issues, and safety concerns promptly.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Achievement of piling production targets.
• Compliance with approved construction schedules and specifications.
• Accuracy and completeness of piling records.
• Reduction in pile defects, rework, and material wastage.
• Equipment utilisation and reduction in avoidable downtime.
• Timely resolution of technical and operational issues.
• Compliance with HSE requirements and quality standards.
• Timely submission of progress reports.

Qualifications

• B.Sc., B.Eng., or HND in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of five years\' relevant experience in bored piling, deep foundation construction, or geotechnical works.
• Practical experience in borehole excavation, temporary casing systems, reinforcement cage installation, and tremie concreting.
• Experience with CFA piling, marine foundation works, ground improvement, or other deep foundation systems is an advantage.
• Minimum of five years\' managerial or supervisory experience where applicable to the level of responsibility.
• Relevant professional memberships and technical certifications are an advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of bored piling methods and deep foundation construction.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and geotechnical information.
• Project planning, site coordination, and progress monitoring.
• Strong technical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Leadership, communication, and reporting abilities.
• Computer literacy and proficiency with relevant project reporting tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple site activities.
• Willingness to work in Lagos and travel or relocate to project sites anywhere across Nigeria, including remote locations.

Preferred candidate markets include:

Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, India, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Egypt, and other countries with strong relevant industry experience

Candidates must possess practical, verifiable experience relevant to the specific position and be willing to work in Nigeria.

Work Location and Conditions

• Primary location: Lagos, Nigeria.
• Project deployment: Any state across Nigeria, including remote project locations.
• Work arrangement: Fully on-site; not hybrid or remote.
• Working days: Monday to Saturday.
• Working hours: Project-based, depending on site requirements.
• Work authorisation: Applicable Nigerian immigration and work permit requirements must be met.

Candidates must possess practical, verifiable experience relevant to the specific position and be willing to work in Nigeria.

Additional Benefits

• Accommodation support.
• Transportation support.
• Work permit assistance where applicable.
• Project-related allowances.
• Medical support in line with company policy.
• Career progression and leadership opportunities.
• Exposure to major infrastructure and foundation engineering projects.
• Technical development and professional certification support where applicable.