- Job Title: Construction Engineer
- Location: Ibadan, Oyo
- Employment Type: Contract
- Workplace Type: Onsite
- Experience Level: Mid-Level
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About Jaza Energy
Jaza is a fast-growing solar energy start-up on a mission to power Sub-Saharan Africa. We build solar-powered shops where customers charge batteries to power their homes. In 2022, we enabled over 1.5 million battery swaps, providing affordable and clean energy access to 186,000 people.
We employ women from local communities, known as Jaza Stars, to manage our services—empowering them as entrepreneurs and leaders. Having entered the Nigerian market with pilot sites, we are set to scale to hundreds of new locations over the next year and hire over 200 people in the next 6 months.
Job Summary
The Expansion Construction Engineer will oversee the site acquisition, leasing, renovation, installation, and quality assurance of Jaza’s new service locations. You will ensure that every site is developed to our company’s predefined standards and delivered within set timelines.
Key Responsibilities
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Identify, assess, and secure suitable shops or land plots for new service locations.
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Negotiate leases or acquisitions in line with company requirements.
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Evaluate acquired sites and determine renovation or preparation needs.
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Source and manage contractors/furniture factories for hub furnishing and installation.
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Procure, track, and document delivery of required tools, equipment, and materials.
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Ensure timely availability of furniture and construction resources across assigned sites.
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Supervise renovations and installations, ensuring adherence to quality checklists.
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Coordinate effectively with engineers, supply chain, and construction teams.
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Document project milestones and report regularly on progress.
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Uphold high-quality standards while solving construction-related challenges in diverse site conditions.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
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Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
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Strong knowledge of construction processes including leasing, renovation, furnishing, and installations.
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Ability to interpret blueprints and design specifications for customized hubs.
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Problem-solving skills with ability to adapt solutions to complex or unique site challenges.
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Good analytical, reporting, and data collection skills.
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Excellent communication skills to liaise with contractors, suppliers, and diverse stakeholders.
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Willingness to work independently, travel frequently to remote locations, and engage with diverse communities.
