Civil Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end civil works for site builds and upgrades (foundation works, access roads, drainage, compound and fencing).
• Manage the site acquisition process: site surveys, landlord negotiations, lease/wayleave/permit coordination, due diligence, and handover documentation.
• Plan and deliver projects on time, to spec and within budget — prepare and maintain project schedules, resource plans and budgets.
• Supervise, mentor and coordinate site teams, contractors and subcontractors; enforce QA/QC and HSE standards.
• Produce and review technical drawings, BOQs and method statements; coordinate with design and procurement teams.
• Liaise with local authorities, regulatory bodies and community stakeholders to secure permits and minimise delays.
• Prepare regular site progress reports, risk registers, and post-completion handover packs.
• Drive cost control, change-order management and continuous improvement on civil delivery.

Requirements:

• B.Sc./B.Eng. in Civil Engineering (a master’s degree is an advantage).
• Professional registration (e.g., COREN) and membership of relevant professional bodies will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 7 years’ practical experience in civil construction/site acquisition for telecom or infrastructure projects.
• Strong track record managing multi-site rollouts and supervising contractors on foundations, civil structural works and access infrastructure.
• Proven experience negotiating land/lease agreements, obtaining permits and managing landlord/regulatory relationships.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, MS Project / Primavera (or similar), and Microsoft Office. GIS experience is a plus.
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and leadership skills.
• Good knowledge of HSE practices and construction quality assurance.
• Experience with tower erection sites, telecom power infrastructure or data centre civil works.
• Familiarity with local land laws and permit processes across Nigerian states.
• Experience with cost estimating and BOQ preparation for civil works.

What We Offer:

•  Competitive and industry-aligned compensation structure.
• Work alongside top industry minds in an innovative, tech-driven environment.
• Opportunities for international exposure and cross-regional collaboration.
• Continuous learning & career development support.