Foundation QA / QC Engineer

Bradfield consulting Foundation QA / QC Engineer

Location: Lagos (with deployment to project sites anywhere across Nigeria) Employment Type: Full-time Department: Quality Assurance / Quality Control Reports To: Project Manager / QA/QC Manager / Construction Manager Candidate Type: Expatriate

Job Summary

• The Foundation QA / QC Engineer will implement and monitor quality assurance and quality control procedures for piling, diaphragm wall construction, geotechnical works, and other deep foundation activities.
• The role ensures that construction materials, processes, inspections, testing, and documentation comply with approved engineering designs, project specifications, applicable standards, and quality requirements.
• The position requires close collaboration with project engineers, site teams, consultants, laboratories, and other stakeholders to identify non-conformances and ensure corrective actions are completed.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Planning and Documentation:

• Review project specifications, approved drawings, method statements, inspection and test plans, and quality procedures.
• Develop and maintain inspection schedules and quality documentation for foundation construction activities.
• Ensure required inspection and testing stages are identified and followed.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, test reports, material certificates, and construction documentation.
• Ensure quality records are properly organised and available for review and audit.

Piling and Foundation Inspections:

• Inspect bored piling activities at specified construction stages.
• Verify pile location, borehole depth, diameter, verticality, and cleanliness as required.
• Check temporary casing installation and reinforcement cage details against approved drawings.
• Monitor tremie concreting procedures and verify relevant concrete delivery and placement records.
• Inspect diaphragm wall excavation, panel dimensions, reinforcement installation, slurry-related records, and concrete placement where applicable.
• Ensure inspection and testing requirements are completed before work proceeds beyond designated hold points.

Material and Testing Control:

• Verify material certificates and relevant documentation for concrete, reinforcement, and other construction materials.
• Coordinate concrete sampling, testing, and laboratory submissions.
• Review results from pile integrity testing, load testing, and other specified foundation tests.
• Verify slurry test results against approved project criteria where applicable.
• Identify test results outside acceptance criteria and coordinate investigation and corrective action.
• Liaise with third-party testing agencies and consultants as required.

Non-Conformance and Corrective Action:

• Identify and document construction defects, deviations, and non-conformances.
• Coordinate corrective and preventive actions with engineering and site teams.
• Investigate recurring quality issues and recommend measures to prevent reoccurrence.
• Monitor closure of non-conformance reports and outstanding quality observations.
• Escalate significant quality concerns that may affect structural integrity or project compliance.

Site Coordination and Compliance:

• Work closely with project engineers, piling foremen, equipment operators, surveyors, and subcontractors.
• Ensure construction activities comply with approved method statements and project requirements.
• Participate in quality meetings, site inspections, and project audits.
• Support the preparation of as-built records and final quality documentation.
• Promote quality awareness among site personnel.

Reporting and Continuous Improvement:

• Prepare daily and periodic quality reports.
• Maintain records of inspections, tests, non-conformances, and corrective actions.
• Identify trends in defects, failed tests, rework, and recurring quality issues.
• Recommend improvements to construction procedures and quality controls.
• Support internal and external audits and respond to quality-related observations.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance:

• Follow site HSE procedures during inspections and testing.

• Ensure quality inspections are carried out without compromising personnel safety.

• Report unsafe conditions observed during quality activities.

• Coordinate with site management to ensure quality and safety requirements are addressed together.

• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Compliance with approved project specifications and inspection plans.

• Accuracy and completeness of quality records.

• Timely completion of required inspections and tests.

• Timely closure of non-conformance reports and corrective actions.

• Reduction in repeat defects, failed inspections, and avoidable rework.

• Timely reporting of quality issues and test results.

• Compliance with required testing and documentation standards.

• Audit readiness and closure of quality-related findings.

• Qualifications and Experience

• B.Sc., B.Eng., or HND in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in QA / QC for piling, deep foundations, diaphragm walls, or geotechnical construction.

• Practical knowledge of foundation inspection procedures, construction specifications, and quality documentation.

• Experience with concrete testing, reinforcement inspections, pile integrity testing, and foundation quality records is desirable.

• Familiarity with inspection and test plans, method statements, non-conformance reporting, and corrective actions.

• Relevant quality management training, professional memberships, or technical certifications are an advantage.

• Candidates must possess practical, verifiable experience relevant to the specific position and be willing to work in Nigeria.

• Candidates must be prepared to travel, relocate between project sites, and work under the conditions associated with active foundation engineering and construction projects.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of construction quality assurance and quality control.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and test results.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and coordination with site teams and consultants.
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.
• Strong commitment to quality, integrity, and HSE compliance.
• Willingness to work in Lagos and be deployed to remote project sites anywhere across Nigeria.

Preferred candidate markets include:

• Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, India, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Egypt, and other countries with strong relevant industry experience

Work Location and Conditions:

• Primary location: Lagos, Nigeria.
• Project deployment: Any state across Nigeria, including remote project locations.
• Work arrangement: Fully on-site; not hybrid or remote.
• Working days: Monday to Saturday.
• Working hours: Project-based, depending on site requirements.
• Probationary period: Six months.
• Annual vacation: 10 days.
• Work authorisation: Applicable Nigerian immigration and work permit requirements must be met.

Benefits

• Accommodation support.
• Transportation support.
• Work permit assistance where applicable.
• Project-related allowances.
• Medical support in line with company policy.
• Career progression and leadership opportunities.
• Exposure to major infrastructure and foundation engineering projects.
• Technical development and professional certification support where applicable.

Application Closing Date

25th November, 2026.