Civil Engineer (Graduate Trainee) at Ucalux Construction Management and Contracting

At Ucalux, we take pride in tackling projects of all sizes and complexities, from intimate residential renovations to expansive commercial, industrial, and real estate developments. Every project is approached with the same dedication, to exceed your expectations and bring your vision to life.

At UCALUX, we distinguish ourselves in the construction industry through its unparalleled offerings, backed by over 50 years of combined international and local construction expertise. Our track record includes successfully delivering numerous iconic projects within the Lagos skyline and beyond. Our management team is strategically positioned to fulfill our clients’ requirements by leveraging an extensive network of specialists and suppliers across the entire construction sector.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Civil Engineer (Graduate Trainee)

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Summary

• As a Graduate Trainee Civil Engineer, you will support the senior engineering team in the daily execution and monitoring of construction activities.
• You will be responsible for assisting with site measurements, maintaining accurate project logs, and ensuring that works are carried out in alignment with approved drawings and safety protocols.
• This position offers intensive on-site exposure and the opportunity to develop core competencies in Nigerian construction standards and project management.

Key Responsibilities
Site Assistance & Supervision:

• Support Site Engineers in supervising daily construction tasks to ensure they follow approved sequences.
• Assist in setting out works and verifying basic dimensions against latest approved construction drawings.
• Monitor labor productivity and help coordinate subcontractor activities on-site.

Quality & Technical Support:

• Assist in conducting basic site inspections to identify visible non-conformities.
• Help collect material samples for testing (e.g., concrete cubes) and document test results.
• Ensure that only approved materials are being utilized for site works.

HSE Compliance:

• Assist in enforcing Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) protocols among site workers.
• Report any identified site risks or safety violations to the Site Engineer immediately.

Documentation & Resource Tracking:

• Maintain the daily site diary, recording weather, labor headcount, and progress milestones.
• Track daily material deliveries and consumption to help prevent shortages.
• Help maintain an organized file of site instructions and approved drawing revisions.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Learning & Adaptation: Successful completion of assigned technical training modules within the first 3 months.
• Documentation Accuracy: 100% accuracy in daily site logs and material tracking records.
• Safety Support: Zero safety incidents resulting from failure to report a known hazard.
• Technical Support: Providing 100% assistance in verifying dimensions for all assigned site sections.

Requirements

• Education: BSc or HND in Civil Engineering or Building Technology.
• Experience: 0–1 year of experience (National Youth Service Corps - NYSC members are encouraged to apply).
• Certifications: Relevant student or graduate memberships in professional bodies (e.g., NSE, COREN) are an advantage.
• Location: Ability to work on-site in Lagos.

Benefits

• HMO
• Pension
• Performance bonus
• Others.

Application Closing Date
18th March, 2026.