Site Engineer

Site Engineer Opportunity in Lusaka, Zambia

TopFloor is seeking a highly skilled Site Engineer to join a multinational engineering and construction organisation. This role offers an exciting career prospect for professionals searching for site engineer jobs in Lusaka. The successful candidate will oversee on-site execution, coordination, and technical supervision of major infrastructure projects within the Road and Bridge Project Department.

Role Overview: Site Engineer Jobs in Lusaka

The Site Engineer will ensure that construction activities for road and bridge projects align with engineering designs, project specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Acting as the essential liaison between design teams, contractors, and field personnel, the role manages daily site operations, resolves technical challenges, monitors progress, verifies workmanship quality, and maintains thorough documentation. Through effective coordination, schedule management, and quality assurance, the Site Engineer delivers infrastructure works with precision, efficiency, and engineering excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage engineering projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring timely progress and adherence to quality standards.
• Oversee safety management measures and ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) requirements.
• Coordinate design activities and resolve technical issues on site.
• Participate in departmental meetings, summarize performance, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Organize and archive project documentation, including photographic and video records, ensuring secure cloud backups.
• Maintain daily construction management logs, respond to supervisory feedback, and comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Support team-building activities and perform additional tasks as assigned by superiors.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of three years’ experience as a bridge and road project engineer.
• Valid membership with the Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ).
• Proficiency in operational procedures and workflows related to road and bridge project testing management guidelines.
• Knowledge of technical specifications for road and bridge engineering in China and Zambia, with foundational understanding of FIDIC clauses applicable to project management.
• Competency in MS Office Suite and CAD software.

Desired Skills and Attributes

• Innovation: Demonstrates creative thinking to identify improvement opportunities and implements new methods, tools, and technologies to foster innovation within teams.
• Communication: Communicates clearly with well-structured viewpoints, actively participates in discussions, and resolves workplace conflicts constructively.
• Proactive Performance: Takes initiative independently, anticipates issues, proposes practical solutions, and shares knowledge to enhance team efficiency.
• Teamwork: Collaborates effectively, motivates colleagues, resolves conflicts, and contributes to a high-performance team culture.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains rigorous standards, ensures accuracy, and upholds a strong work ethic with conscientious responsibility.
• Logical Thinking: Applies strong analytical skills to solve problems systematically and offers well-reasoned solutions.
• Learning Ability: Quickly acquires and applies new knowledge, actively seeks learning opportunities, and supports others in their development.

How to Apply for Site Engineer Jobs in Lusaka

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications via the TopFloor job portal by 10th July 2026. Please apply using the following.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. TopFloor Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge candidates for job placement.

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