Young Civil Engineer (Graduate / Early Career) at AEC Group

AEC provides complete consulting services from the initial investigation stages, through feasibility studies, inventory, condition survey, outline planning, production of detailed designs, preparation of contract documents, evaluation of tenders to construction supervision with successful completion of design and supervision for various types of projects.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Young Civil Engineer (Graduate / Early Career)

Ref: AEC/YCE/2026
Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full-time

Aboutthe Role

• AEC Group invites ambitious young Civil Engineers at the start of their careers to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates and early-career engineers to gain hands-on experience across bridge, highway, and general civil engineering projects, including design support and assisting with construction supervision on site, within a structured mentoring and development programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with design calculations, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Support site investigations, surveys, inspections, and data collection.
• Assist with the supervision and monitoring of construction works on site under the direction of senior engineers.
• Lear and apply relevant design codes, software, and engineering procedures.
• Contribute to project deliverables under supervision and to agreed deadlines.
• Participate in design reviews, team meetings, and continuous learning activities.
• Carry out research and assist with reports, specifications, and quantity take-offs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (minimum Second Class).
• 0-3 years' experience; recent graduates and NYSC members/completers are encouraged to apply.
• Eligibility to register with COREN and to pursue NSE membership.
• Basic working knowledge of engineering software (e.g.AutoCAD) is an advantage.
• Exposure to or capacity to work within a BIM (Building Information Modelling) framework is an advantage.

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong fundamentals in civil engineering principles.
• Willingness to work on site and learn construction supervision practices.
• Eagerness to learn, with a proactive and positive attitude.
• Good analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Attention to detail and willingness to take direction and feedback.

What We Offer

• Structured graduate development and mentorship programme.
• Hands-on experience across diverse civil engineering projects.
• Clear pathway towards professional registration and chartership.
• Competitive entry-level remuneration and a supportive environment.

Application Closing Date
30th June, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter to: careers@aec-ng.org using the Job Title and reference number as the subject of the email. E.g (BIM Manager - AEC/YCE/2026).

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.