BIPORAL is an estate service management body, in the business of maintaining high-quality properties/assets for the estate, with an emphasis on exceptional residential experience, sustainable facility stewardship, and professional asset management. Our signature offering includes a private boat club and marina integrated with dining and curated outdoor experiences.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Civil Works / Infrastructure Officer
Location: Lagos Employment Type: Full-time
Position Summary
The Infrastructure and Road Officer is the field-based operational lead responsible for the daily inspection, maintenance coordination, and immediate repair of all roads, sidewalks, streetlights, drains, and recreational surfaces within the estate.
This hands-on role executes daily patrols, monitors construction traffic, raises work orders for defects, and ensures all infrastructure is safe, functional, and well-presented.
This role is critical for maintaining the day-to-day operability and safety of the estate’s infrastructure.
The officer must be proactive, visible, and responsive, ensuring all issues are logged, tracked, and resolved promptly.
Job Duties / Responsibilities
Walk assigned sectors of the estate to inspect roads, kerbs, sidewalks, and drainage. Document defects (potholes, cracks, blockages) using a mobile checklist app or notepad.
Record any streetlights that were off the previous night. Report to the electrical team in a timely fashion
Construction Traffic Monitoring: Station self at the main gate to log heavy vehicles (tippers, trucks). Liaise with Security to ensure vehicles follow approved routes.
Work Order Generation: Input all defects found during patrol into the work order system Assign priority levels (e.g., Emergency, High, Routine).
Site Supervision: Visit active repair sites to confirm work is proceeding as per instruction and quality standards.
Generation of estimate for connection of new residents’ new development to power, water and Sewage. (The Civil aspect)
Contractor Coordination Meeting: Every Tuesday, meet with maintenance contractors to review the week's work orders, assign tasks, and clarify expectations.
Inter-Departmental Briefing: Prepare the weekly Operations Meeting (e.g., every Wednesday) with Security, Environment, and Utilities to report infrastructure status and coordinate on issues.
Asset Cleaning Check: Verify weekly that road signs, bollards, and street furniture are clean and legible.
Inspect all major drains and culverts for blockages or structural damage, especially before rainy seasons. Produce and replace damaged slabs.
Prepare regular updates on all ongoing infrastructure projects for management.
As projects are approved, prepare detailed Bills of Quantities for materials and labor (e.g., for road patching, curb replacement, light pole installation).
Check inventory levels of common repair materials (Reinforcement, cement, kerb stones) monthly and raise requisitions when stock is low.
Issue warning to heavy-vehicle drivers violating routes. Escalate second offences to Security and the Facilities Manager in writing.
Administrative & Reporting Processes:
Daily Log: Maintain a daily diary of patrols, incidents, vehicle counts, and contractor interactions.
Provide summary of the weekly activities, defects found, repairs completed, and pending issues every week.
Photo Documentation: Take before/after photos of all major defects and repairs for the digital record.
File Management: Keep all work orders, inspection reports, and contractor dockets organized in the designated filing system.
Log all concerns with utmost discretion with residents and provide a reference number from the work order system
Provide Immediate Hazard Response where necessary and alert the Facilities Manager.
Requirement / Qualifications Education & Experience:
HND or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Building Technology, or related field.
3-4 years of direct, hands-on experience in road maintenance, site supervision, or civil work.
Must have experience using basic surveying tools, reading site drawings, and preparing BOQs.
Required Skills:
Practical knowledge of road construction and repair methods.
Ability to work independently outdoors in.
Basic computer skills for email, reports, and work order systems.
Strong observational skills and attention to detail.
Good communication skills for dealing with contractors, residents, and other departments.