Earthworks Engineer

Company Description

Lozino Contracting Nigeria Limited (LCN) is a well-established company specializing in Staffing Services, Logistics Support, Facility Management, and Maintenance. Since its registration in 2011, LCN has gained a strong reputation for successfully completing high-profile contracts while maintaining a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Its innovative techniques and focus on trust and client relationships have ensured continuous growth since its inception in 2009. LCN offers reliable, efficient, and competitively priced services, resulting in an enviable list of satisfied clients. The company is dedicated to delivering friendly and professional services to meet diverse client needs.

Job Purpose:

The Earthworks Engineer is responsible for managing excavation, embankment, and compaction works to achieve required formation levels, stability, and density in accordance with project specifications, FMWH guidelines, and international standards (AASHTO, ASTM, BS 1377).

Job Description:

· Supervise clearing, grubbing, cut/fill operations, borrow pit utilization, and spoil disposal.

· Ensure soil compaction ≥95% MDD as per Proctor tests.

· Monitor geotechnical investigations and laboratory tests (Atterberg Limits, Particle Size Distribution, CBR).

· Supervise slope protection works.

· Coordinate with survey teams for correct levels, alignment, and tolerance.

Requirements:

· BSc/BEng Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.

· Minimum 7–10 years' earthworks experience in road projects.

· COREN registration mandatory.

· Knowledge of BS 1377, ASTM D698/D1557 (compaction), and Nigerian Highway Earthworks Specifications.

Skills & Competence:

· Strong expertise in soil stabilization methods (lime, cement, fly ash).

· Proficiency in geotechnical testing and result interpretation.

· Familiarity with heavy machinery (graders, compactors, dozers).

• · Ability to manage large teams and multiple borrow/quarry sites.