Mechanical Engineer at Ultimus Holdings

Ultimus Holdings is a global investment company with the sole purpose of contributing to the sustainable development of African economies. Our investing deployment is broad-based and long-term. We specifically invest in sectors that demonstrate growth; leveraging our sector expertise in ensuring we become market leaders in all operational portfolios.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• You will be responsible for designing, drafting and coordinating of building services, offshore dredging and diverse systems such as commercial/residential construction: plumbing, sewage, HVAC, firefighting and equipment.
• You are responsible for working on all project stages from research and development to design and execution.

Job Description

• Coordinating, designing and drafting of building mechanical services from conceptual to completion stage that meets needs and requirements
• Research and development of preliminary schematic designs to set the direction of the project
• Actively seeking new design and construction methods
• Reviewing of documents for quality control evaluations
• Meeting with clients to discuss project objectives, needs, and budget
• Infuse all these requirements and conditions into design proposals.
• Work with the project manager and other project team members from the preliminary design and drawings stage to working drawing and execution.
• Supervision of project team as assigned
• Coordinating with consultants
• Meeting with suppliers and vendors
• Overseeing construction phases of projects by conducting site inspections and ensuring strict adherence to architects’ details and Development control approved drawings.
• Ensuring close-out documentation and project archives are complete
• Preparing and presenting design proposals, including detailed drawings of finished buildings, renovations, or restorations
• Meeting with construction professionals and clients to discuss the feasibility of designs
• Working with contractors, surveyors, and building service engineers to create a construction schedule and bring the designs to fruition
• Reviewing local rules and regulations to ensure the construction project falls within all constraints
• Specifying the materials needed for the construction of projects
• Working with computer-aided design software to create blueprints and images
• Supervising construction of buildings to ensure projects meet deadlines, stay on budget, and adhere to the original vision for the design
• Resolving issues that come up during construction
• Participating in project management throughout the construction
• Participate in tender technical analysis and negotiations.
• Preparation of tender documents including; detailed drawings, specifications and Bill Of Quantities
• Identify, formulate and produce effective solutions to emerging problems
• Prepare and submit project and progress reports as appropriate
• Alter and modify the design to meet requirements and to eliminate malfunctions
• Preparation of BOQ, MTO, EOI, RFQ and RFP.
• Interpretation and review of calculations, specifications and design code
• Estimate the budget and scope of the project.

Job Experience / Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering Degree is required
• Licensed by a recognized Professional Body in Nigeria
• Minimum Six years of experience
• Proficient in standard industry software
• Strong knowledge of CAD/CAM software and drafting procedures
• Ability to interpret Structural / Architectural drawings.

Application Closing Date
31st August, 2022.