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UNO Energies Zambia Limited

Civil Engineer

Closes in 31 daysContractZambia
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Required skills

civil engineeringfuel station constructionproblem solvingquality assuranceattention to detailpattern interpretationcommunicationproject designcost estimatingland surveyingconstruction materials testingmis reportinganalytical and strategic thinkingmining safety regulationsconstruction management

About the role

Job Scope:

The Civil Engineer is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, technical supervision and quality assurance of construction projects. The scope covers both technical and managerial aspects of project execution.

Job Description

  1. Oversee and manage daily construction activities, ensuring compliance with design specifications, safety standards and project timelines.
  2. Interpret architectural and engineering drawings, providing clear instructions to site teams for accurate execution.
  3. Conduct surveying, levels marking and setting out to establish reference points, elevations and alignments.
  4. Supervise site labor and contractors, offering technical guidance and resolving on-site challenges.
  5. Monitor quality of materials and workmanship, enforcing adherence to building codes and safety regulations.
  6. Coordinate with architects, engineers and surveyors to align site activities with overall project objectives.
  7. Prepare and maintain site records, including daily progress reports, material usage and labor deployment.
  8. Assist in preparing BOQs, cost estimates and verifying quantities during construction.
  9. Conduct inspections and quality checks on foundations, concrete, steel and other structural elements.
  10. Ensure site cleanliness, orderliness, and compliance with environmental regulations.
  11. Provide technical support during material testing (soil, concrete, blocks, asphalt, steel).
  12. Report project progress, challenges and resource requirements to management regularly.
  13. Review and study designs, ensuring construction is executed in line with approved drawings.
  14. Provide technical input on structural design, land compaction, block testing and related engineering aspects.
  15. Assess the strength and suitability of foundations and construction materials through testing.
  16. Plan projects using analysis of drawings, blueprints, survey reports, maps and geotechnical/topographical data.
  17. Estimate materials, equipment and labor requirements to determine accurate project costs.
  18. Track project milestones and submit regular progress reports to management.
  19. Inspect completed structures and recommend repairs or maintenance as required.
  20. Perform additional duties as assigned to support project success.

Key Performance Area

  • Project planning and execution
  • Quality and compliance control
  • Cost and resource management
  • Technical design and problem-solving
  • Site coordination and supervision
  • Safety and regulatory compliance
  • Reporting and documentation

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and performance based incentives.
  • Opportunities for career advancement and professional development