We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Lagos
Job Description
- The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the planning, design coordination, supervision, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of mechanical systems and equipment on construction projects.
- The role ensures that mechanical works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, quality standards, project schedules, budgets, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Mechanical Design & Technical Review:
- Review mechanical drawings, designs, specifications, BOQs, and project requirements.
- Interpret and coordinate mechanical designs with architectural, structural, electrical, and civil works.
- Review shop drawings, material submittals, equipment schedules, and technical proposals.
- Identify design conflicts and recommend practical technical solutions.
- Ensure mechanical installations are suitable for the intended application and project requirements.
Project Planning & Execution:
- Plan and coordinate mechanical activities in line with the approved project programme.
- Supervise the execution of mechanical works and ensure timely completion.
- Monitor progress against approved schedules and report potential delays.
- Coordinate mechanical works with other project disciplines.
- Assist in developing work plans, method statements, and installation procedures.
- Ensure resources required for mechanical works are available when needed.
Site Supervision:
- Supervise contractors, subcontractors, technicians, and mechanical personnel.
- Monitor installation of HVAC systems, plumbing systems, pumps, generators, fire protection systems, mechanical equipment, and other applicable systems.
- Ensure mechanical installations are executed in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.
- Inspect workmanship and identify defective or non-compliant works.
- Provide technical guidance to site personnel and contractors.
- Ensure proper sequencing and coordination of mechanical activities.
Quality Assurance & Control:
- Ensure mechanical works comply with approved quality standards and specifications.
- Conduct inspections and coordinate testing of mechanical installations.
- Review Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), checklists, and quality documentation.
- Identify non-conformities and ensure timely corrective actions.
- Verify that mechanical materials and equipment meet approved specifications.
- Minimise defects, installation errors, and rework.
- Prepare and coordinate mechanical testing and commissioning activities.
- Supervise testing of installed mechanical systems and equipment.
- Verify system performance against approved design requirements.
- Coordinate commissioning activities with electrical, civil, architectural, and other project teams.
- Ensure defects identified during testing and commissioning are promptly resolved.
- Support preparation of commissioning records and handover documentation.
Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance:
- Ensure all mechanical activities comply with company and project HSE requirements.
- Participate in risk assessments, toolbox meetings, safety inspections, and permit-to-work processes.
- Ensure safe installation, operation, and handling of mechanical equipment.
- Identify and report hazards, incidents, and unsafe practices.
- Promote safe working practices among contractors and site personnel.
Materials, Equipment & Resource Management:
- Prepare mechanical material and equipment requirements.
- Review and verify delivered materials and equipment against approved specifications.
- Monitor proper storage, handling, and utilisation of mechanical materials.
- Minimise material wastage and prevent damage or misuse of project resources.
- Coordinate with Procurement and Stores to ensure timely availability of required materials.
Contractor & Stakeholder Management:
- Monitor mechanical contractors and subcontractors to ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Review contractors' work programmes and progress.
- Attend project coordination and technical meetings.
- Liaise with consultants, clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders on mechanical matters.
- Monitor contractor performance and ensure timely resolution of technical issues.
Cost & Variation Management:
- Monitor mechanical works against approved budgets and scope.
- Identify potential variations and additional works and report them promptly.
- Support the Quantity Surveyor in reviewing mechanical quantities and variations.
- Recommend cost-effective mechanical solutions without compromising quality or safety.
- Minimise rework, material wastage, and unnecessary project expenditure.
Documentation & Reporting:
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on mechanical activities.
- Maintain records of inspections, testing, commissioning, material approvals, and technical submissions.
- Prepare and track RFIs, inspection requests, snag lists, and technical queries.
- Maintain updated mechanical drawings and documentation.
- Support preparation of as-built drawings, operation manuals, warranties, and handover documents.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Percentage of mechanical works completed within approved project timelines.
- Compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and applicable standards.
- Reduction in mechanical defects and rework.
- Timely completion of mechanical testing and commissioning.
- Compliance with HSE requirements and reduction in mechanical-related incidents.
- Efficient utilisation of materials, equipment, labour, and other resources.
- Timely closure of mechanical snags and non-conformities.
- Timely submission of project reports and technical documentation.
- Contractor/subcontractor performance against approved programmes.
- Client and consultant satisfaction with mechanical works.
- Successful completion of mechanical systems within approved cost and quality requirements.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in mechanical engineering within the construction industry.
- Proven experience in building, infrastructure, industrial, commercial, or residential construction projects.
- Professional certification/membership such as COREN, NSE, or other relevant professional body is an added advantage.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical construction, installation, testing, and commissioning.
- Knowledge of relevant mechanical, building, environmental, and HSE standards.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and other relevant engineering/design software.
Application Closing Date
5th September, 2026.
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and resume to: hrbp2@rhemaprojectng.com and copy savgretconsulting@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.