Technical Assistant to the State Infrastructure Engineer

Technical Assistant to the State Infrastructure Engineer

Under the overall supervision of the State Infrastructure Engineer, the Technical Assistant shall primarily support the SIE on:

• Rural and farm access roads.
• Market infrastructure and civil works.
• Drainage and stormwater management.
• Boreholes and water-supply infrastructure.
• Buildings and structural works.
• Electrical/solar infrastructure associated with civil projects.
• Civil engineering designs and drawings.
• BOQ/BEME and quantity verification.
• Construction supervision and quality control.
• Contractor performance and contract administration.
• Testing, commissioning and completion of infrastructure.
• Technical assessment of variations, claims and extensions of time.

Qualifications and Experience Required

The candidate shall possess:

• A Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or another relevant engineering/construction-related discipline from a recognised institution.
• Relevant professional registration or membership of a recognised professional body will be an advantage.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant post-qualification experience in infrastructure development, construction supervision, engineering consultancy, contract administration or related fields.
• Demonstrable experience in construction/site supervision and preparation of technical reports.
• Good knowledge of engineering drawings, specifications, BOQs/BEMEs and construction methods.
• Experience in measurement and verification of construction works.
• Experience with government or donor-funded infrastructure projects will be an advantage.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and relevant engineering software will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of GPS/mobile field data collection applications will be an advantage.
• Ability and willingness to undertake frequent field visits within Ogun State.
• Excellent communication, report-writing and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Application Closing Date

13th October, 2026 at 12:00 noon local time.

Note

• Only candidates scoring a mark of 75 points or more will be considered for the respective assignment.
• Late submissions will NOT be accepted.
• Only shortlisted candidate will be contacted.
• Interested Candidates may obtain further information at the address above during office hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (local time Mondays to Fridays)
• Eligibility criteria, establishment of the shortlist and selection procedure shall be in accordance with IFAD Procurement Procedures.