Experienced Civil Engineer (Civil Works & Site Acquisition)

Engineering
Lagos State
October 21, 2025
Full Time

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Job Description

Stretch-it Concepts Limited – Our client is a diversified Nigerian group with technical and infrastructure-focused divisions and a track record delivering technical services, tower and telecom infrastructure, data-centre and fiber works and management support solutions across Nigeria.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Experienced Civil Engineer (Civil Works & Site Acquisition) 

Location: Lagos (field-based with frequent site travel)
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

  • We are recruiting an experienced Civil Engineer — Civil Works & Site Acquisition to lead civil construction, site feasibility and site-acquisition activities across our projects portfolio.
  • The ideal candidate will have vast experience in civil works and site acquisition for telecom/energy/infrastructure projects and must currently be — or have previously been — employed by ATC (e.g., ATC Nigeria / ATC Works / American Tower) in the capacity of Project Manager. (This experience is a non-negotiable requirement.).

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end civil works for site builds and upgrades (foundation works, access roads, drainage, compound and fencing).
  • Manage site acquisition process: site surveys, landlord negotiations, lease/wayleave/permit coordination, due diligence, and handover documentation.
  • Plan and deliver projects on time, to spec and within budget — prepare and maintain project schedules, resource plans and budgets.
  • Supervise, mentor and coordinate site teams, contractors and sub-contractors; enforce QA/QC and HSE standards.
  • Produce and review technical drawings, BOQs and method statements; coordinate with design and procurement teams.
  • Liaise with local authorities, regulatory bodies and community stakeholders to secure permits and minimize delays.
  • Prepare regular site progress reports, risk registers, and post-completion handover packs.
  • Drive cost control, change-order management and continuous improvement on civil delivery.

Must-have Qualifications & Experience

  • B.Sc / B.Eng in Civil Engineering (Master’s degree an advantage).
  • Professional registration (e.g., COREN) and membership of relevant professional bodies desirable.
  • Minimum 7 years’ practical experience in civil construction/site acquisition for telecom or infrastructure projects.
  • Must currently or previously have worked at ATC (ATC Nigeria / American Tower / ATC Works) as a Project Manager. This experience should include site acquisition and large site roll-outs.
  • Strong track record managing multi-site rollouts and supervising contractors on foundations, civil structural works and access infrastructure.
  • Proven experience negotiating land/lease agreements, obtaining permits and managing landlord/regulatory relationships.
  • Proficient with AutoCAD, MS Project / Primavera (or similar), and Microsoft Office. GIS experience is a plus.
  • Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and leadership skills.
  • Good knowledge of HSE practices and construction quality assurance.

Preferred / nice-to-have:

  • Experience with tower erection sites, telecom power infrastructure or data-centre civil works.
  • Familiarity with local land laws and permit processes across Nigerian states.
  • Experience with cost estimating and BOQ preparation for civil works.

Application Closing Date
15th November, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: jobs@stretchitconcepts.com using “Civil Engineer – Site Acquisition” as the subject of the email.

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