Senior Project Engineer at an Indigenous Engineering Consulting Firm - Menzon Limited

Menzon Limited - Our client, an indigenous engineering consulting firm, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Project Engineer

Location: Rivers

Job Summary

• We require the services of qualified Senior Project Engineers for the supervision of a railway construction project.
• Successful candidates will work with the Project Manager in ensuring that the contractor delivers the project on time, quality and within budget to the client’s satisfaction.

Job Description

• Lead a multi-disciplinary team of engineers at the site, including coordinating their work to achieve the project’s objective.
• Motivate and train team members as necessary and evaluate their performance against established KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with the company’s code of conduct and policies and ensure maintenance of a high level of discipline among team members.
• Act as the responsible resident project engineer on assigned site(s) or sections under the supervision of a project manager.
• Liaise with the contractor, client and other stakeholders as necessary and provide feedback to the Project Manager.
• Attend meetings, and document and communicate resolutions in a timely manner.
• Proactively identify risks and issues as well as effectively manage change at the site.
• Implement work plans and manage work schedules while ensuring that timelines are met.
• Plan and ensure that project and worksite deliverables are successfully achieved.
• Review all works carried out by contractors to identify inconsistencies and suggest reasonable corrective measures where necessary.
• Ensure the use of appropriate methods, systems and techniques in the performance of the job with strict compliance with regulations and standards.
• In line with contract specifications, ensure quality, adequacy and appropriateness of materials and equipment used for all works to ensure an acceptable standard of delivery.
• Ensure strict implementation of approved drawings/designs and recommend appropriate modifications as necessary, and ensure that all works carried out by the contractor bear the requisite company’s approval.
• Ensure requisite tests, including field and laboratory tests and other tests are properly carried out and documented.
• Ensure that inferences and conclusions from analyses of test results are applied accordingly in delivering the job.
• Provide timely standard reports of work including ensuring all requisite documentation is maintained.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision making always regarding the company’s resources.
• Keep abreast of trends and changes in the area of responsibility.
• Promote the company’s values and philosophy in the performance of your services.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree / Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 15 years of demonstrable experience in construction supervision.
• Vast experience in highway/railway projects is an added advantage.
• Possession of engineering license (COREN).
• Experience working in engineering consultancy is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in the use of relevant engineering software, tools and equipment to deliver high-quality error-free work.
• Rich experience working on a variety of structures including roads, dams, bridges, culverts, drainages etc.
• Focus on safety.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant constructions/engineering laws, codes, regulations and documentation requirements.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings/designs and technical reports and recommend reasonable modifications.
• Ability to make technical calculations involving the application of engineering principles.
• Certification in project management is an added advantage.
• Effective team and personal leadership capability.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills and ability to apply technical knowledge.
• Ability to communicate effectively across different levels as well as to effectively and professionally express ideas to both engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules.

Application Closing Date
4th June, 2022.