Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing Engineer
Lagos, Lagos
Posted today
- Company:
- BLAKSKILL LIMITED
- Company Description:
- BlakSkill is a digital solution that meets the talent sourcing, development, access, visibility and needs of stakeholders in global talent marketplace. Blakskill’s mission is to provide a digital solution that meets the talent sourcing, development, access, visibility and needs of stakeholders in global talent marketplace. We are dedicated to empowering African Talents, connecting them with exceptional career opportunities worldwide, fostering growth, and driving positive change in the African job market. We envision a future where African talent is globally recognized, and companies across the world have easy access to a pool of verified and highly skilled professionals from Africa. By adhering to our core principles and staying true to our mission and vision, Blakskill Limited is transforming the talent acquisition landscape, empowering African Talents, and facilitating global access to verified talents from an African perspective. Together, we are building a brighter future, one successful connection at a time.
- Contract Type:
- Full Time
- Experience Required:
- 5 to 10 years
- Education Level:
- Bachelor
- Number of vacancies:
- 1
Job Description
Industry: Real Estate/Construction
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full-Time (On-site)
Budget: Open to Negotiation
Job Description (Summary)
As the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Engineer, you will oversee mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering aspects, ensuring projects are executed with meticulous attention to detail, strict adherence to quality standards, and on-time and within-budget delivery.
This role covers a broad spectrum of responsibilities, including the interpretation of construction drawings, compliance enforcement, material quality control, process monitoring, and driving value engineering initiatives.
Experience with water treatment plants, sewage treatment plants, power distribution systems, transformers, gas-powered systems, and low-voltage services is advantageous. The engineer will collaborate closely with contractors, vendors, consultants, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project handover to the facility management team, minimizing post-handover issues.
The ability to recover troubled projects, troubleshoot, problem-solve, work effectively in teams, and demonstrate strong IT skills and communication is paramount in this site-based role.
Key Responsibilities:
Engineering Oversight:
Oversee mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering aspects of large-scale construction projects, ensuring alignment with quality, schedule, and budget targets.
Manage diverse engineering components, including water treatment plants, sewage treatment plants, power distribution systems, transformers, gas-powered systems, and low voltage services.
Quality Assurance and Compliance:
Interpret construction drawings and enforce compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards.
Implement material quality control and process monitoring measures to ensure project integrity.
Value Engineering:
Lead value engineering initiatives to optimize project efficiency, resource utilization, and cost-effectiveness.
Contract Management:
Drive contractors to meet work program deadlines, monitoring progress, and ensuring adherence to project milestones.
Material Inspection:
Conduct thorough inspections of materials, verifying their quality and suitability for engineering components.
Troubleshooting and Recovery:
Apply problem-solving skills to identify and address issues on troubled projects, implementing effective recovery strategies.
Collaboration and Communication:
Collaborate with contractors, vendors, consultants, and cross-functional teams, maintaining clear communication for successful project outcomes.
Handover to Facility Management:
Ensure smooth project handover to the facility management team, minimizing post-handover challenges for seamless facility operation.
Problem Solving:
Employ critical thinking to troubleshoot challenges and devise innovative solutions for unforeseen issues.
Teamwork:
Work effectively within multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with engineers, project managers, and other professionals
Required Skills & Competencies:
Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering principles.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Ability to drive value engineering initiatives for cost-effectiveness.
Experience with water treatment plants, sewage treatment plants, and power distribution systems.
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
Strategic problem-solving for optimizing project execution.
Expertise in interpreting construction drawings and enforcing compliance.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
Risk assessment and mitigation planning.
Strong knowledge of regulatory standards and engineering best practices.
Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Process optimization to enhance project efficiency.
Proficiency in MEP software and project management tools.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Long-term sustainability planning for MEP systems.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Plumbing Engineering, or related field (master’s preferred).
Minimum of 8 -15 years of experience in construction, focusing on managing MEP engineering aspects on large-scale projects.
Membership and certification in professional bodies such as NSE, COREN
Diverse project experience across residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, and multi-story developments.
Proficiency in interpreting construction drawings and enforcing compliance.
Experience with water treatment plants, sewage treatment plants, power distribution systems, transformers, gas-powered systems, and low-voltage services is advantageous.
Strong IT skills, including proficiency in relevant software and tools.
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
Proficiency in problem-solving and troubleshooting.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, contractors, vendors, and consultants.
Proficiency in managing diverse engineering aspects within construction, particularly on large, complex projects.
Strong project management skills, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
Unwavering commitment to delivering engineering work of the highest quality.
Ability to drive value engineering initiatives for improved project efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Capability to identify problems, devise solutions, and recover projects facing challenges.
Excellent interpersonal skills, collaborating effectively with contractors, vendors, consultants, and cross-functional teams.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Aptitude for analysing issues and implementing effective solutions.
Demonstrated leadership in driving teams towards shared engineering goals.
Comprehensive understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in construction.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their resume to: [email protected] using Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Engineer as the subject of the mail.
