Resident Engineer (Civil / Highway) Job at Jamub Group

Jamub Group is a conglomerate of different companies duly registered in line with relevant laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the attribute of which makes us a non-cyclical organisation. Established to deliver solutions in the various areas of our business interests, our delivery model spans Business to Business (B2B), Business to Government (B2G) and Business to Consumer (B2C) in the economic value chain with a range of products and services which cut across the industries.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Resident Engineer (Civil / Highway)

Job Location: Gboko, Benue

Job Summary

• The Resident Engineer will be responsible for providing on-site technical leadership and oversight for highway construction projects.
• The role involves taking key engineering decisions, interpreting construction drawings, supervising site activities, conducting measurements, and ensuring works are executed in accordance with approved designs, specifications, safety standards, and timelines.
• The Resident Engineer will also double as the Work Zone Traffic Control (WZTC) Supervisor for the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day on-site engineering supervision of highway construction works.
• Interpret and implement approved construction drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Take key technical decisions required for smooth project execution.
• Ensure construction works comply with approved designs, contract documents, and engineering standards.
• Review and validate site measurements, quantities, and progress reports.
• Provide direct supervision of foremen, site engineers, technicians, and other site workforce.
• Coordinate construction activities to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion.
• Monitor workmanship and material usage to ensure quality and cost control.
• Identify construction challenges and propose practical engineering solutions.
• Serve as the Work Zone Traffic Control (WZTC) Supervisor on the project.
• Ensure proper implementation of traffic management plans during construction.
• Coordinate traffic control personnel and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Minimize disruption to road users while ensuring safety of workers and the public.
• Enforce site safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) standards.
• Participate in site safety meetings and incident investigations when required.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly site progress reports.
• Liaise with the Project Manager, consultants, and relevant stakeholders on-site matters.
• Support inspections, audits, and handover processes as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 12–15 years of post-qualification experience in highway construction and engineering.
• COREN Registered Civil/Highway Engineer (Mandatory).
• Proven experience in supervising major road/highway construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and site measurements.

Method of Application 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs and Cover Letter to: jobs@jamubgroup.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.