Civil Engineer Job at Charterhouse

Charterhouse aims to create a British-style international school reflecting the heritage and culture of the great UK independent schools. We are in search of courageous individuals who embrace challenges head-on and defy conventional expectations. We seek leaders who have the vision to set ambitious targets for students and staff; and who are unafraid to dream big and set lofty goals that will drive our school’s growth and success.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Civil Engineer

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time
Job Category: Operations

Role Overview

• A Civil Engineer plays a vital role in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of the physical infrastructure and facilities within an educational institution.
• They ensure that the school’s buildings and grounds are safe, functional, and conducive to the learning environment. 
• Requires a combination of engineering expertise, project management skills, and a commitment to creating a safe and efficient educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with school administrators and stakeholders to assess the school’s infrastructure needs.
• Design and Construction (this element will only be partly required in the first 2 years)
• Develop long-term infrastructure plans to accommodate the school’s growth and changing requirements.
• Oversee the construction process, ensuring compliance with building codes and safety regulations. Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources effectively.
• Prepare architectural and engineering designs for new construction or renovation projects.
• Coordinate with contractors, architects, and other professionals involved in construction projects.
• Conduct regular inspections of school buildings, grounds, and utilities to identify maintenance and repair needs.

Qualification, Experience and Knowledge

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Strong project management skills.
• Experience in new facility handover from contractor to client and phased building projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working in an educational or similar environment.
• Knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• The ability to understand, translate, and communicate complex building and building services drawings.
• The ability to think both strategically and pragmatically with strong problem-solving skills
• A good understanding of quality control
• CAD design skills.