Site Engineer – Piling
Recruitment Job Description
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DEPARTMENT
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Operations
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REPORTS TO
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Project Manager
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LOCATION
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Lagos, Nigeria / Project Site
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EMPLOYMENT TYPE
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Full-Time – Expatriate
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Job Summary
The Site Engineer – Piling is the site leadership role responsible for directing and coordinating daily piling operations at the assigned work front. The position translates project priorities into a safe, efficient daily site plan, coordinates the Site Supervisor and specialist support functions, reviews site reporting and material/resource needs, and escalates constraints to the Project Manager for timely action.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and coordinate day-to-day piling operations at the assigned site/work front.
• Confirm the daily work plan, sequence and priorities with the Site Supervisor and ensure required work fronts are ready.
• Coordinate interfaces between piling operations, survey, QA/QC, Health & Safety, testing, technical support and subcontractors.
• Review production progress, equipment status, manpower availability, material needs and site constraints throughout the shift/day.
• Review material and equipment requirements raised from site and forward approved requirements to the Project Manager through the agreed process.
• Review and approve the Local Site Engineer’s daily/weekly site progress reports and ensure corrections are completed before submission.
• Review Site QS manpower/diesel/resource records and Site Storekeeper material/stock issues where management attention is required.
• Monitor productivity and progress against project targets and identify potential delays early.
• Coordinate resolution of operational constraints and escalate cross-site, plant, commercial or technical issues to the Project Manager as required.
• Ensure approved drawings, method statements, quality requirements and Health & Safety controls are implemented by the site team.
• Coordinate with the Site Supervisor on concrete requirements and supply constraints.
• Ensure piling operators, foremen, crews and subcontractors are effectively coordinated through the Site Supervisor and agreed site reporting lines.
• Participate in progress, technical, quality and safety meetings and communicate site priorities and constraints clearly.
• Confirm completion of assigned actions and maintain a clear open-action list for unresolved site issues.
Required Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8–10 years of relevant site experience with substantial direct experience in piling / deep-foundation works.
• Proven experience coordinating bored piling operations, piling rigs, cranes, reinforcement cages, concreting and supporting equipment.
• Experience supervising multicultural site teams, subcontractors and multiple specialist interfaces is preferred.
• Experience on major infrastructure, marine, industrial or large civil projects is an advantage.
• Professional engineering membership/certification is an advantage.
Technical Knowledge & Skills
• Strong practical knowledge of piling operations, construction sequencing and site coordination.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, method statements and project requirements.
• Working understanding of survey, quality, testing, reinforcement, concrete and equipment interfaces without replacing the authorized specialist roles.
• Strong planning, progress monitoring, resource coordination and constraint-management capability.
• Ability to review professional site reports, material requests and production information.
• Good Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel and Word; ability to work with digital reporting/dashboard systems is an advantage.
Key Competencies
• Site leadership and accountability.
• Strong coordination and decision-making within delegated authority.
• Proactive problem-solving and escalation of constraints.
• Clear communication with Project Manager, Supervisor, specialists and subcontractors.
• Strong production focus while maintaining quality and safety requirements.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and changing site conditions.
Working Conditions
Primarily site-based and requires regular presence around active piling operations, heavy equipment, drilling, reinforcement and concreting activities. The role may require extended hours, weekends or shift support in line with project demands.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
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Achievement of daily/weekly piling production targets and project milestones.
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Timely identification and closure/escalation of site constraints.
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Efficient use and coordination of manpower, equipment and materials at the assigned site.
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Accuracy and timeliness of reviewed site reports and management information.
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Compliance of site operations with approved quality and Health & Safety requirements.
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Reduction in avoidable downtime, rework and coordination-related delays.
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