Senior Structural Engineer Job at Biufort Homes Limited

At Biufort Homes Limited, we are committed to redefining excellence in the construction and real estate industry. Guided by standards, we are set to deliver cutting-edge designs and sustainable solutions that elevate lifestyles and exceed client expectations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Senior Structural Engineer
Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job brief

• We are seeking a detail-focused, knowledgeable and professional Senior Structural Engineer to join our team! The ideal fit for the role will have a strong background in building and designing buildings and be adept with structural engineering processes and standards.
• The role involves providing technical leadership, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review structural designs, drawings, and specifications for buildings, bridges, and infrastructure projects.
• Conduct structural analysis using relevant engineering software (e.g., STAAD Pro, ETABS, SAP2000, Revit Structure).
• Provide innovative and cost-effective design solutions while maintaining safety and performance.
• Oversee structural engineering activities throughout all project phases - concept, design, construction, and commissioning.
• Coordinate with architects, mechanical/electrical engineers, and contractors to ensure design integration.
• Prepare and manage design schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Conduct site inspections to verify compliance with approved structural designs.
• Analyze and make changes to ongoing projects as they move onward to ensure the safety of structures being built.
• Work in line with local building codes, considering flooding, fire safety measures, and other variables such as wind tunnels and surface quality.
• Inspect and analyze existing buildings to determine their safety or viability to be made safe again.
• Make recommendations to close or demolish unsafe buildings if deemed unsafe to habitation or a risk to the local community.
• Make plans to renovate listed buildings that may need original restoration work.
• Work in line with health and safety guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or related field
• 5 - 7 years of relevant structural design and supervision experience.
• COREN or relevant professional engineering license (mandatory or preferred).
• Demonstrated experience in a structural engineering role
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and diagrams
• Strong ability in drawing, designing, and creating diagrams, blueprints, and drawings
• Strong analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated knowledge of health and safety guidelines
• Good report writing skills
• Strong manual dexterity
• Good problem-solving abilities
• Ability to prioritize own time and workload
• Strong proficiency in structural design and analysis software.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills.

Other Requirements:

• Commute to this job’s location
• Can start immediately
• Accept a background check
• Working in an onsite setting

Method of Application 
Interested candidate should send their application to: hr.biufort@gmail.com using "Application for Snr. Structural Engineer” as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.