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Arbico Plc Vacancies for Project Engineers, June 2015
Arbico Plc is a full service, building and civil engineering
contracting company. It was established in 1958 and has been quoted on
the Nigerian Stock Exchange since 1978.
The company has become one of the foremost building
construction companies in Nigeria with presence across the geopolitical
zones of the country.
Over the years, the company has been involved in the
construction of a broad spectrum of projects for governments,
multinational companies, industrial groups, as well as high-networth
individuals
Arbico’s services include pre-construction, general
contracting, design-build, construction management and construction
services in the following sectors:
Urgent vacancies exist in Arbico Plc. for the positions of:
Job Title: Project Engineer
Description :
Roles and Responsibilities:
• Manage, design, develop, create and maintain assigned construction projects in a safe, timely and sustainable manner
• Conduct on site investigations and analyze data (maps, reports, tests, drawings and other)
• Carry out technical and feasibility studies and draw up blueprints that satisfy technical specifications
• Assess potential risks, materials and costs
• Provide advice and resolve creatively any emerging problems/deficiencies
• Oversee and mentor staff and liaise with a variety of stakeholders regarding the Project
• Monitor progress and compile reports on project status
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Comply with guidelines and regulations including permits, and deliver
technical files and other technical documentation as required
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by enforcing procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Sends weekly project progress report to Management
Working knowledge, skills and competencies and attributes:
• Confident decision making ability.
• Ability to handle and organize a huge labour force perfectly.
• Good negotiating and organisational skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers/team members.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to listen and fully understand the expectations of the clients.
• Working knowledge of use of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Visio and Project)
• Ability to drive work on site.
• the ability to foster confidence in the workers in the diverse situations
• A creative and innovative approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and building plans.
• Strong numeracy skills and the ability to learn design packages.
• Ability to write clear and precise reports and to relate complex information simply to a diverse range of people.
Qualifications :
• A good university degree in Building or Construction, Civil or Structural Engineering or other related field.
• A minimum of 10 years post-NYSC work experience in the construction industry would be preferred.
• Professional qualification would be an added advantage (COREN, NSE).
Job Title: Project Planner
Description :
Roles and Responsibilities:
• Prepare and maintain detailed engineering and construction schedules including development of critical path and project float.
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Partner with project personnel to establish the plan and document the
scope, develop project schedules and or capital cost estimates.
• Make presentations to clients as needed.
• Monitor hours and costs to determine trends and to assist in forecasting.
• Prepares project budgets and cost estimates,
schedules and coordinates resources and tasks to complete projects on
approved budget
• Coordinates projects with all affected parties to ensure projects are completed on schedule
• Maintain scheduling processes and procedures and update as required
• Manage the operation of the project scheduling system (microsoft project, primavera, etc)
• Interface and support Projects to ensure project schedules are accurate and maintained
• Interface with project teams to ensure that milestones are established and reported monthly
• Ensure scheduling information and reports are accurate.
• Perform monthly or bi-weekly programme level scheduling analysis as required
• Assist in preparation of programme master schedule and perform critical path analysis.
• Integrate project budget and schedule to support EVM analysis and reporting.
• Participate in claims analysis and negotiations.
• Prepare schedule performance measurements reports, forecasts and studies.
• Develop and implement project control procedures in conjunction with supporting project ancillary functions.
• Prepare project plans and detailed manpower utilization plans.
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Analyze critical paths and restraints to determine effect of changes on
the schedule and recommends workarounds to mitigate impacts.
• Develop plans and recommendations for mitigation of impacts of schedule problems.
• Evaluate scope changes, cost trends, additional work orders and other elements.
• Conduct periodic site visits in order to review cost reporting.
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Gathers and reviews data concerning project modifications including
requested modifications, company policies, regulatory requirements, and
required completion dates
• Participates in the development of timetables and schedules for projects
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Prepares technical Statements of Work for construction projects,
facility modifications, improvements and high end service and project
contracts
• Coordinates the review of estimated project costs
including equipment, installation, labor, materials, preparations, and
other related costs
Working knowledge, skills and competencies and attributes:
• Primavera and Microsoft Project knowledge/experience
• Proficient user of all Microsoft packages, particularly Excel and Access.
• Must be able to work under pressure in order to meet tight deadlines.
• Good analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings
• Good interpersonal skills
Qualifications :
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience with an engineering or construction firm is
• Previous experience on construction projects in the oil and gas sector will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Candidates who have the requirements above should forward their CVs to
[email protected] quoting ‘’Project Engineer’’ as subject of their mail
