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Senior Civil Engineer (Engineering)

IRECRUITERS AFRICA


Job Location:

Port Harcourt - Nigeria

Salary: Not provided by the employer
Experience Required: 5years
Posted: 24 September 2026 (23 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 22 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Company: Our client is a leading engineering and construction company delivering high-quality construction engineering and technical solutions across diverse projects and sectors.

Our client is seeking an seeking an experienced and technically strong Senior Civil Engineer to oversee the planning design execution and supervision of civil engineering and construction projects.

The successful candidate will ensure projects are delivered safely on time within budget and in accordance with approved engineering standards specifications and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
Plan coordinate and supervise civil engineering and construction projects from inception to completion.
Review engineering drawings designs BOQs specifications and technical documents.
Supervise contractors subcontractors site engineers and other technical personnel.
Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with approved designs quality standards and project specifications.
Conduct site inspections and identify technical issues defects and potential project risks.
Coordinate with architects structural engineers MEP engineers project managers consultants and other stakeholders.
Prepare and review project schedules progress reports and technical documentation.
Monitor project costs materials manpower and resource utilization.
Ensure construction activities comply with relevant building codes HSE requirements and industry standards.
Provide technical solutions to construction challenges and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
Review and approve material specifications and ensure proper material utilization.
Track project progress against milestones and communicate delays or risks to management.
Liaise with clients consultants government authorities and other project stakeholders where required.
Support the preparation of tenders technical proposals cost estimates and project documentation.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and site personnel.


Requirements
Required Experience & Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
710 years of relevant experience in civil engineering construction or infrastructure projects.
Proven experience managing or supervising construction projects.
Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles construction methods and project execution.
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D MS Project/Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office.
Good understanding of construction drawings BOQs quantity take-offs and technical specifications.
Strong knowledge of quality control HSE and construction standards.
Excellent project management problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication and stakeholder-management abilities.
Ability to work independently and effectively lead technical teams.
Professional certification/membership with COREN is highly desirable/required.

Preferred Candidate Profile
A hands-on Senior Civil Engineer with strong site experience project leadership capability and a proven track record of delivering civil/construction projects successfully.

Key Competencies:
Project & Site Management
Technical Engineering Expertise
Construction Supervision
Quality Control
Cost & Resource Management
Problem Solving
Leadership & Team Management
Stakeholder Management
Health Safety & Environmental Compliance


Benefits
Compensation: Highly Competitive Other interesting benefits


Required Skills:

710 years of relevant experience in civil engineering construction or infrastructure projects. Proven experience managing or supervising construction projects. Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles construction methods and project execution. Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D MS Project/Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office. Good understanding of construction drawings BOQs quantity take-offs and technical specifications. Strong knowledge of quality control HSE and construction standards. Excellent project management problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and stakeholder-management abilities. Ability to work independently and effectively lead technical teams. Professional certification/membership with COREN is highly desirable/required. Preferred Candidate Profile A hands-on Senior Civil Engineer with strong site experience project leadership capability and a proven track record of delivering civil/construction projects successfully. Key Competencies: Project & Site Management Technical Engineering Expertise Construction Supervision Quality Control Cost & Resource Management Problem Solving Leadership & Team Management Stakeholder Management Health Safety & Environmental Compliance


Required Education:

Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.