Senior Civil Engineer at POA ADIT Nigeria Limited

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Senior Civil Engineer will lead all civil and structural engineering activities across building and infrastructure projects, ensuring structural integrity, quality delivery, cost efficiency, and full compliance with engineering and safety standards.

Design & Technical Responsibilities

• Lead the development, review, and approval of civil and structural drawings, design calculations, and construction details.
• Prepare and validate structural layouts, foundation designs, concrete works, steel structures, drainage systems, roads, retaining walls, and other civil components.
• Ensure all civil and structural designs comply with relevant building codes, construction regulations, and project specifications.
• Conduct structural analysis, load calculations, and stability checks to ensure safety and integrity of all project structures.
• Review and approve contractors’ shop drawings, method statements, material submissions, and fabrication details for compliance with design intent.
• Perform value engineering to improve performance, reduce cost, and enhance project efficiency.
• Coordinate civil/structural design integration with architectural, mechanical, electrical, and project management teams.

Construction Supervision & Project Execution

• Oversee all civil engineering activities on project sites to ensure construction works align with approved drawings and standards.
• Conduct site inspections, supervise structural works, monitor concrete quality, reinforcement placement, soil testing, and geotechnical compliance.
• Prepare work schedules, review progress, forecast project needs, and report key findings directly to the Managing Director.
• Identify construction risks early and recommend technical solutions to prevent delays, rework, or structural issues.
• Ensure contractors adhere strictly to quality standards, material specifications, and civil engineering procedures.
• Evaluate variations, site instructions, and technical clarifications to support timely decision-making.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead and mentor civil engineering teams, site engineers, and supervisors, ensuring technical excellence and professional growth.
• Assign tasks, coordinate workloads, and oversee performance of engineering personnel.
• Promote effective communication between engineering, construction, procurement, and project management units.

Vendor, Contractor & Stakeholder Management

• Evaluate contractor proposals, civil works methodologies, and technical submissions.
• Liaise with consultants, government agencies, regulatory bodies, and clients on design approvals, inspections, and compliance.
• Conduct technical meetings and present detailed engineering reports and updates to the Managing Director and project stakeholders.
• Review and certify civil engineering-related project documentation, measurements, and BOQs.

Quality Assurance & Safety Compliance

• Implement strict quality control checks on materials, workmanship, and structural components throughout all civil works.
• Ensure full compliance with HSE policies, construction safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Monitor site activities for hazards, enforce safety procedures, and promote a safe working environment.
• Recommend process improvements and corrective actions to maintain project integrity and efficiency

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• BEng /M.Sc. in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Must be COREN certified (fully registered and in good standing)
• Minimum of 15 years of engineering experience within the construction industry.
• Excellent technical judgement, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated expertise in structural design, building services coordination, and multidisciplinary technical oversight.
• Proven track record in managing engineering teams and leading medium to large-scale projects.
• Proximity to Victoria Island, Lagos, is an added advantage.