Infrastructure Site Engineer

JOB SUMMARY

• The Project/Site Engineer Infrastructure serves as the main technical adviser on assigned civil infrastructure sites, ensuring that all materials used and work performed conform to approved plans and specifications, and overseeing day-to-day site operations across roadworks, drainage, and related infrastructure from mobilisation through handover.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the civil infrastructure project site as the main technical adviser, ensuring that all materials used and work performed are in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
• Supervise roadworks, earthworks and grading, drainage systems, kerbs, culverts, and other civil infrastructure works.
• Compute material costs and propose cost-effective solutions for infrastructure works.
• Liaise with consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors, and the general workforce involved in the infrastructure project.
• Review civil/structural drawings, levels, and quantities for accuracy of calculations, including setting-out and survey data.
• Coordinate with QA/QC Officers and Project Scheduler throughout the project cycle, and report incidences or variations to them.
• Record labour payments on provided project cost tracker in a timely manner. 
• Manage the day-to-day running of the infrastructure site, including supervising and monitoring the site labour force and the work of subcontractors.
• Inspect and survey the project site, including levels, alignment, and compaction of road and drainage works.
• Supervise worker and mentor junior engineers on construction projects.
• Track machinery hours and prepared machinery demands on assigned projects.
• Manage, monitor, and interpret contract design documents supplied by the client or consulting engineer for the infrastructure works.
• Liaise with clients and their representatives, providing regular progress reports on the infrastructure project.
• Obtain all necessary permits and regulatory approvals required for commencement and continuation of infrastructure works.
• Outline the scope of work and respective timelines, and organise site facilities efficiently to meet agreed deadlines.
• Ensure quality control and health and safety compliance on the infrastructure site, including materials testing e.g., compaction, concrete, asphalt.
• Coordinate with utility providers and relevant authorities on works affecting existing roads, drainage, and utility corridors.
• Resolve technical issues and other problems that may arise on the infrastructure site.
• Prepare reports as may be required by the Company.
• Carry out all other tasks in the ordinary course of business which Management reasonably considers necessary or proper in the interest of the Company, in your capacity as Project/Site Engineer.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• B.Sc./B.Eng./HND in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• COREN registration and/or membership of a recognised professional body e.g., NSE is an advantage.
• Proven site engineering experience on civil infrastructure projects such as roads, drainage, and earthworks.
• Sound knowledge of highway/drainage design standards, materials testing, and construction methods.
• Ability to read and interpret civil/structural drawings, levels, and survey data.
• Strong supervisory, problem-solving, and reporting skills.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Adherence of infrastructure works to approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Timeliness of task completion against the site programme.
• Effectiveness of cost control on materials and site resources.
• Health and safety compliance record on site.
• Quality and timeliness of site progress reports.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Salary aligned with your role and industry standards.   
• Professional Development through training support and career growth opportunities.   
• Pension Plan in accordance with the Pension Reform Act.   
• Employee Support Programs, including bereavement and child naming assistance. 
• Recognition & Rewards for outstanding performance and contributions. 
• Additional Exclusive Benefits upon confirmation of employment.   

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@mshelconstruction.com using the position as subject of email.