Civil Works / Infrastructure Officer

About this role

A Civil Works / Infrastructure Officer is needed to oversee daily inspection, maintenance and immediate repair of the estate’s roads, sidewalks, drains, lighting and related surfaces in Lagos. The role involves patrolling on-site, logging defects, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring infrastructure is safe, functional and presentable. It is a field-based position reporting to the Facilities Manager, with responsibilities including traffic monitoring, BoQ preparation, and inter-departmental briefings. The employer, Biporal Limited, manages estate facilities and assets including a private boat club and marina, focusing on residential experience and asset stewardship. The role requires hands-on civil works experience and the ability to work outdoors and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

What you would do

• Record streetlights that were off the previous night.
• Coordinate weekly contractor meetings to review and assign work orders.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities for materials and labour as projects are approved.
• Walk sectors to inspect roads, curbs, sidewalks and drainage.
• Document defects using a mobile checklist or manual notes.
• Generate estimates for connections to power, water and sewage for new developments.
• Issue warnings to heavy-vehicle drivers violating routes and escalate repeat offences in writing.
• Monitor construction traffic at the main gate and liaise with Security on approved routes.
• Provide regular project updates to management on infrastructure status.
• Carry out site supervision to ensure work progresses per instructions and quality standards.

What they are asking for

• Experience using basic surveying tools and reading site drawings.
• 3-4 years in road maintenance, site supervision or civil works.
• HND or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Building Technology or related field.
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail.
• Practical knowledge of road construction and repair methods.
• Ability to work independently outdoors.
• Good communication skills for dealing with contractors, residents and other departments.
• Basic computer skills for email, reports and work order systems.

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