Civil Engineer (Technical Sales Focus)

About this role

A Civil Engineer with a focus on technical sales is being sought to lead client engagement, business development, and technical solution support for construction and infrastructure projects in Lagos. The role blends civil engineering knowledge with sales and client-facing duties, translating engineering needs into proposals and guiding clients to suitable technical solutions. The candidate will drive revenue growth, win new business, and act as a technical adviser to project teams, contractors, and clients while ensuring compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality standards. The employer provides human resource services to SMEs across industries and seeks someone who can manage the sales process from engagement to delivery.

What you would do

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the construction and infrastructure sector.
• Build and maintain relationships with contractors, developers, consultants, and other key clients.
• Conduct client meetings and site visits to understand project requirements and identify sales opportunities.
• Prepare technical proposals, cost estimates, and quotations and follow up to convert opportunities into sales.
• Translate engineering requirements into practical, client-ready solutions during proposals and technical discussions.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting guidance to clients, contractors, and project teams as needed.
• Maintain an active sales pipeline, monitor market trends and competitor activity, and follow up on prospects and accounts.
• Coordinate between site teams, management, and clients to ensure smooth handoff from sale to delivery.
• Achieve agreed sales targets and maintain accurate sales activity reports.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in construction, infrastructure, or technical/B2B sales.
• Proficiency in technical sales, client-facing engineering, or solution-based selling is desirable.
• Professional certification or registration with COREN is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Commercially driven, target-oriented, and able to manage multiple client relationships under pressure.
• Experience with engineering design/CAD software is an advantage.

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