Senior Highway Material Engineer HND / BA / BSc Job
2024-07-17 08:20 Engineering / Technical Edo 123 viewsJob Details
Job Description
The Senior Materials Engineer, a key member of the shared services team, will provide essential support to the construction team regarding materials submittals, approvals, testing, and sampling.This role involves participating in quality control activities, including laboratory and field testing, evaluating and accepting materials, and overseeing all remedial and corrective measures.
Responsibilities
Trail mix design at laboratory and plant trials with: Subgrade soils, granular filling materials, Granular Sub Base, cement-stabilized base course, concrete mix (up to M50), and bituminous works, road marking and road furniture, material testing for both plant-based and supplied materials, third-party testing, usage of recycling materials with RAP technologies and cost optimization techniques utilizing stabilization concepts.Review and approve all submitted materials by the contractor.Ensure compliance of used materials with the project’s specifications.Ensure sustainable practices are implemented at the site.Maintain the hygiene of the system by managing waste and controlling environmental impacts from plant wastage.Keep a continuous track of material consumption.Regularly calibrate plants and lab equipment.Conduct Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and load tests on old structures to confirm their life and load-bearing capacity.Participate in construction quality control processes.Supervise, participate, and direct the sampling and testing of all materials in accordance with the contract and specifications.Analyze test results promptly and recommend actions to the Project Director.Maintain comprehensive records of test results and all corrective actions taken.Track and review site testing procedures and certificates of compliance.Ensure close and clear coordination of team activities with other construction supervision staff.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; a Master's in Transportation Engineering is an added advantage.A professional license in Quantity Surveying is a must.Minimum of 20 years of work including at least 10 years of experience in similar roles on large infrastructure projects.Demonstrated track record in developing mix designs for Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP).Experience in calibration of Asphalt and concrete batching plants, Cement stabilization plants, and rotavators.Proficient in using the latest software for surveying equipment, AutoCAD, design software, MS Office, and other relevant engineering and construction software.Familiarity with FMOWH highway standards and specifications, and knowledgeable about ASHTO and BS standards for survey work.Qualified professional capable of providing planning, leadership, direction, and technical expertise to manage complex tasks and multi-discipline projects.Must be a highly experienced technical specialist offering expert advice on complex matters requiring international, world-class expertise.Recognized authority on the technical subject matter.
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