Civil Engineer (Graduate Trainee) at Ucalux Construction Management and Contracting

Role Summary

• As a Graduate Trainee Civil Engineer, you will support the senior engineering team in the daily execution and monitoring of construction activities.
• You will be responsible for assisting with site measurements, maintaining accurate project logs, and ensuring that works are carried out in alignment with approved drawings and safety protocols.
• This position offers intensive on-site exposure and the opportunity to develop core competencies in Nigerian construction standards and project management.

Key Responsibilities
Site Assistance & Supervision:

• Support Site Engineers in supervising daily construction tasks to ensure they follow approved sequences.
• Assist in setting out works and verifying basic dimensions against latest approved construction drawings.
• Monitor labor productivity and help coordinate subcontractor activities on-site.

Quality & Technical Support:

• Assist in conducting basic site inspections to identify visible non-conformities.
• Help collect material samples for testing (e.g., concrete cubes) and document test results.
• Ensure that only approved materials are being utilized for site works.

HSE Compliance:

• Assist in enforcing Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) protocols among site workers.
• Report any identified site risks or safety violations to the Site Engineer immediately.

Documentation & Resource Tracking:

• Maintain the daily site diary, recording weather, labor headcount, and progress milestones.
• Track daily material deliveries and consumption to help prevent shortages.
• Help maintain an organized file of site instructions and approved drawing revisions.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Learning & Adaptation: Successful completion of assigned technical training modules within the first 3 months.
• Documentation Accuracy: 100% accuracy in daily site logs and material tracking records.
• Safety Support: Zero safety incidents resulting from failure to report a known hazard.
• Technical Support: Providing 100% assistance in verifying dimensions for all assigned site sections.

Requirements

• Education: BSc or HND in Civil Engineering or Building Technology.
• Experience: 0–1 year of experience (National Youth Service Corps - NYSC members are encouraged to apply).
• Certifications: Relevant student or graduate memberships in professional bodies (e.g., NSE, COREN) are an advantage.
• Location: Ability to work on-site in Lagos.