FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA

COUNCIL FOR THE REGULATION

OF ENGINEERING IN NIGERIA

WORK EXPERIENCE REPORT

IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT FOR REGISTRATION AS

REGISTERED ENGINEER

CIVIL ENGINEERING

By: ETIM, BASSEY BASSEY

Application ID: 29766
Phone: 070 3821 9896
Email:etim_bassey@ymail.com AUGUST, 2020
Cover page
Contents
CHAPTER ONE..................................................................................................................................................4
1.0 INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................................................4
1.1 SUMMARY OF ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION..................................................................................4
CHAPTER TWO.................................................................................................................................................5
2.0 SUMMARY OF WORK EXPERIENCE..................................................................................................5
CHAPTER THREE...........................................................................................................................................13
3.0 DETAILS OF ENGINEERING WORK EXPERIENCE................................................................13
3.1.1 Project Particulars..........................................................................................................................13
3.1.2 Project description.........................................................................................................................13
3.1.3 Relevant Building regulation and design standards......................................................................13
3.1.4 Applications of Health, Safety and Environmental Standards to the Area of Practice..................14
3.1.5 Scope of the Works.......................................................................................................................14
3.1.6 My involvement in this Project:.....................................................................................................14
3.1.7 Challenges encountered and Solutions..........................................................................................15
3.1.8 Experience Gained.........................................................................................................................15
CHAPTER FOUR.............................................................................................................................................17
4.0 CONCLUSION.......................................................................................................................................17
CHAPTER FIVE...............................................................................................................................................18
5.1 Endorsement............................................................................................................................................18
APPENDICES...................................................................................................................................................19
 CHAPTER ONE

1.0 INTRODUCTION

ETIM, Bassey Bassey obtained her Bachelors (B.Engr.) in Civil Engineering from the University of

Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. She is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Structures)

in the University of Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria. Upon her graduation from the University of Uyo till

date, she has acquired experiences in the design of structures with emphasis on storied buildings,

culverts, simply supported bridge decks and abutments, swimming pools etc. She has also acquired

relevant field experience in the construction of storied buildings. During her work under her

supervising engineer, she was exposed to engineering contracts and the processes involved in

tendering and bidding for an engineering project.

The period after graduation till date has afforded her the opportunity to learn and improve overtime

the capacity to blend the theoretical and practical aspects of civil engineering. She possesses a broad

range of technical and professional effectiveness as well as leadership skills, using rigorous logical

methods for decision making to effectively cope with the dynamic nature of civil engineering

projects. She is able to make the best use of available resources and techniques. She is an enthusiastic

and highly motivated individual who has a clear understanding of the role and responsibilities

associated with being a civil engineer.

1.1 SUMMARY OF ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION

 2018-Till Date, UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS
Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering (Structures Option).
 2010 - 2016, UNIVERSITY OF UYO
B. Engr. in Civil Engineering.
 2003 - 2009, FEDERAL GOVERNMENT GIRLS’ COLLEGE, IKOT OBIO ITONG.
Senior Secondary School Certificate (WAEC & NECO)
 1995 - 2003, ONYIEME MONTESSORI NURSERY SCHOOL.
First School Leaving Certificate.
 CHAPTER TWO

2.0 SUMMARY OF WORK EXPERIENCE

S/N EMPLOYER POST HELD LOCATION PERIOD

1 WEY CONSTRUCT LTD SITE LAGOS STATE JUNE, 2020- Till

ENGINEER Date

2 UNIVERSITY OF UYO, GRADUATE UNIVERSITY OF JANUARY, 2018 –

PHYSICAL PLANNING ENGINEER UYO, AKWA JUNE 2020
DIRECTORATE IBOM STATE

3 AARAJI NIG. LTD CIVIL OSOGBO, OSUN JANUARY 2017-

ENGINEER STATE DECEMBER 2017
(NYSC)

CURRENT EMPLOYER: WEY CONSTRUCT LTD

NATURE OF WORK: REAL ESTATE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

POSITION: SITE ENGINEER

DESCRIPTION: Wey Construct Ltd is the construction arm of the Lagos state based real

estate company, Land Wey. Wey Construct Ltd is responsible for the

construction of housing estates developed by Land Wey. Activities cut

across planning, construction, and maintenance of Land Wey Estates

around Lagos State.

RESPONSIBILITY: My responsibility as a site engineer at Wey Construct Ltd is to build

from foundation to complete finishing and subsequently hand over the

building to the company and its clients.

Period Detail of Projects/Activities Duration Supervisor
(Months)
Name Signature

EMPLOYER: AARAJI NIGERIA LTD.

JAN. Position: CIVIL ENGINEER

2017 to Project: OSUN RURAL ACCESS AND
DEC. MOBILITY PROJECTS (RAMP II):
2017 REHABILITATION AND CONSTRUCTION
OF RIVER CROSSINGS IN OSUN STATE

Activities undertaken were: -

i. Preliminary checks of the site condition.

ii. Discussion with community on the river’s
historical characteristics. 12 Engr.
iii. Conducting topographic survey. Kehinde
Ayoola Raji
iv. Road vertical alignment correlation with
river crossing (bridge or culvert).
v. Proposing means for river revetment for
construction works.
vi. Construction of river crossing i.e. either a
bridge or culvert as the case may be.
vii. Grading, expansion and rehabilitation of
existing road.
 Employer: MR. OLUWAFEMI MICHEAL

Position: SITE SUPERVISOR

DEC, Project: PROPOSED BUNGALOW

2017 RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

Activities undertaken were: -

i. Preliminary checks of the site condition.

ii. Site clearing
iii. Setting out of the building in accordance
1 Engr. A. M.
with appropriate architectural drawings.
Ntienyong
iv. Excavation for strip foundation which
was stepped because the building site had
significant slopes.

Employer: DIRECTORATE OF PHYSICAL

JAN,
PLANNING, UNIVERSITY OF UYO
2018 –
MAR Position: GRADUATE ENGINEER
2018 Project: DRAINAGE/EROSION CONTROL,
MAIN CAMPUS UNIVERSITY OF UYO.

Activities Undertaken were:

(i) Involved in preliminary site
investigation
(ii) Used survey instrument.
3 Engr. A. M.
(iii) Collated survey and design data. Ntienyong
(iv) Involved in Monitoring progress of
construction work
(v) Wrote and kept site progress report
 Client : MR. EDET ETIM OKON

Position: DESIGN ENGINEER

MAR
2018 to Project: PROPOSED 1-STOREY
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
DEC.
2018 Activities undertaken were: -

i. Preparation of the structure’s general

arrangement drawing in conjunction with
approved architectural drawings.
ii. Loading of all structural members with
both dead loads and live loads in accordance
with BS 6399 Parts 1 & 2.
iii. Analysis of all structural members for
design loads at all states (Ultimate and
serviceability).
iv. Checking the suitability of structural
members against bending moment, shear
force and crack control.
v. Designing of structural members in
respect to determined dead and live loads,
identified free body diagrams
(FBD)/statistical system, dimensioning and
appropriate assumptions for design.
vi. Preparation of detail drawings and bar
bending schedule.
vii. Submission of full design calculation
and drawings to Supervising engineer for
checking and approval.
viii. Return of approved design calculations Engr. A. M.
9 Ntienyong
and drawings to client.
 Employer: DIRECTORATE OF
JAN PROCUREMENT, UNIVERSITY OF UYO
2019 –
JUNE Position: TRAINEE CIVIL / PROCUREMENT
2019. ENGINEER

Project: PUBLIC PROCUREMENT OF

ENGINEERING GOODS, WORKS AND
SERVICES.

Activities Undertaken were:

(i) Participated in preparation of tender
documents. 6 Engr. A. M.
Ntienyong
(i) Participated in bid openings,
(ii) Evaluation of bids/quotation to
determine least responsive bidder.
(iii) Prepared technical bid evaluation
reports.

Client: MR. IMOH EMEM UMOH

Position: DESIGN ENGINEER

JUN. Project: PROPOSED 1-STOREY

2019 to RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
DEC. Activities undertaken were: -
2019
Activities Undertaken were:
(i) Preparation of slab, beam and column
arrangements for various floors.
(ii) Loading, analysis and design of Slab
panels, beams, columns and footings
of the structure using Excel sheets and
beam max. 6 Engr. A. M.
Ntienyong
(iii) Drafting and detailing of the reinforced
concrete structural elements.
(iv) Preparation and drafting of bar
bending schedules.
 Client: MR. CHRISTIAN

Position: DESIGN ENGINEER

JAN, Project: PROPOSED 2-STOREY

2020 to RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
MAR.
Activities undertaken were: -
2020
i. Preparation of the structure’s general
arrangement drawing in conjunction with
approved architectural drawings.
ii. Loading of all structural members with
both dead loads and live loads in accordance
with BS 6399 Parts 1 & 2.
3 Engr. A. M.
iii. Analysis of all structural members for Ntienyong
design loads at all states (Ultimate and
serviceability).
iv. Checking the suitability of structural
members against bending moment, shear
force and crack control.
v. Designing of structural members in
respect to determined dead and live loads,
identified free body diagrams
(FBD)/statistical system, dimensioning and
appropriate assumptions for design.
vi. Preparation of detail drawings and bar
bending schedule.
vii. Submission of full design calculation
and drawings to Supervising engineer for
checking and approval.
viii. Return of approved design calculations
and drawings to client.
 EMPLOYER: MR. KEHINDE R. ADIGUN

Position: DESIGN ENGINEER

MARCH, Project: PROPOSED 2-STOREY

2020 to RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
APRIL
Activities undertaken were: -
2020
(i) Preparation of slab, beam and column
arrangements for various floors.
(ii) Loading, analysis and design of Slab
panels, beams, columns and footings
of the structure using Excel sheets and
beam max.
2 Engr. Ilori
(iii) Drafting and detailing of the reinforced S. A.
concrete structural elements.
(iv) Preparation and drafting of bar
bending schedules.
EMPLOYER: ALHAJA ADEBIYI OLAIDE

Position: DESIGN ENGINEER

APRIL, Project: PROPOSED 2-STOREY

2020 to RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
MAY.
Activities undertaken were: -
2020
(i) Preparation of slab, beam and column
arrangements for various floors.
(ii) Loading, analysis and design of Slab
panels, beams, columns and footings
of the structure using Excel sheets and
beam max.
2 Engr. Ilori
(iii) Drafting and detailing of the reinforced S. A.
concrete structural elements.
(iv) Preparation and drafting of bar
bending schedules.
 EMPLOYER: MR. OLAYINKA WASI
GBADAMOSI

Position: DESIGN ENGINEER

MAY,
2020 to Project: PROPOSED 3-STOREY
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
JUNE.
2020 Activities undertaken were: -

i. Preparation of the structure’s general

arrangement drawing in conjunction with
approved architectural drawings.
ii. Loading of all structural members with
both dead loads and live loads in accordance
with BS 6399 Parts 1 & 2. 2 Engr. Ilori
S. A.
iii. Analysis of all structural members for
design loads at all states (Ultimate and
serviceability).
iv. Checking the suitability of structural
members against bending moment, shear
force and crack control.
v. Designing of structural members in
respect to determined dead and live loads,
identified free body diagrams
(FBD)/statistical system, dimensioning and
appropriate assumptions for design.
vi. Preparation of detail drawings and bar
bending schedule.
vii. Submission of full design calculation
and drawings to Supervising engineer for
checking and approval.
viii. Return of approved design calculations
and drawings to client.
 CHAPTER THREE

3.0 DETAILS OF ENGINEERING WORK EXPERIENCE

3.1.1 Project Particulars

Project : Structural Design of a Proposed Three Storey Residential

Development at No. 9b, Olu Osifeso Street, Onike Yaba, Lagos
Mainland Local Government Area, Lagos state

Client : Mr. OLAYINKA WASI GBADAMOSI

Period : June 2020

3.1.2 Project description

• Introduction of the project

This project encapsulated the structural design, provision of detailed structural drawings and

approval of the said design and drawings of a proposed 3-storey residential development in

Onike Yaba, Lagos state.

• Objective

To provide properly designed, buildable and economical structure that would serve the client’s

intended purpose throughout its life span.

3.1.3 Relevant Building regulation and design standards

[Codes]

▪ BS 8110 Part1 of 1997: Structural Use of Concrete: Code of practice for design and
construction.
▪ BS 6399 Part 1 of 1996: Loading for Buildings: Code of practice for dead and imposed
loads.
[Software]

▪ Excel calculation sheets

▪ Orion 16
▪ Beam Max
▪ AutoCAD 2D for drafting and detailing
BS 6399 part 1 was used to determine the characteristic imposed load on the structure being a

residential development. BS 8110 was used to obtain the appropriate load combinations, partial

factors of safety, minimum material properties, maximum bending moment, shears and deflection of

structural members. It also guided design considerations for both the ultimate limit state and

serviceability limit state for all structural elements. Design and detailing of all structural members

where in accordance to BS 8110.

3.1.4 Applications of Health, Safety and Environmental Standards to the Area of Practice

Environmental impact assessment (EIA) of the structure was carried out by the client as part of the

due process required by the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA).

3.1.5 Scope of the Works

 Prepare a structural design equitable for a 3 storied residential development.

 Design and preparation of detailed drawings.

3.1.6 My involvement in this Project:

Worked as a Graduate Engineer in this project, I performed the following activities:

(a) Carrying out feasibility study for the building

 Study of the soil report and foundation recommendations from the geotechnical

(b) Detail design and preparation of detail drawings

Given all the details from the feasibility studies and approved architectural drawings, detailed
design and drawings were prepared for all structural elements including:
i. Columns
ii. Beams
iii. Slabs (Suspended floor)
iv. Staircase.
v. Foundation (Pile Foundation was recommended and used)

*Attached in the appendices are the detailed design and drawings.

3.1.7 Challenges encountered and Solutions

At the initial stage, I had challenges conceptualizing the recommended foundation by the
geotechnical engineer to be used in the design because I had not carried out such a design prior to
that time. The geotechnical report recommended a deep foundation and a raft on pile foundation was
recommended for the design. To handle this challenge, I spoke to my supervising engineer about the
load transfer between the raft and pile foundation. He was very helpful in that he had carried out
such a design before and explained to me that the foundation was in essence a pile foundation with
the ground floor slab designed as a suspended floor carrying live loads and dead loads and the
ground beams carrying the loads from the ground floor slab and its own self weight then transferring
it to the pile caps and from the pile caps to the piles.
He also explained to me that the ground beams apart from supporting the ground floor slab also
served as tie beams, tying the entire floor plan into the pile caps and then to the piles, allowing the
structure to act monolithically. He also sent me construction images of the foundation that assisted
me to get a better pictorial understanding of the design and load transfer mechanism between the
structural elements interacting at the pile points. I also referred to textbooks such as Reinforced
Concrete Design by Engr. (Dr.) Victor Oyenuga for better understanding of pile design and detailing
and also online materials for better understanding of the design. The detailed design was completed
and there has been no issue with the design from the client as he brought in other senior engineers to
vet the design and supervise the construction of the project.

3.1.8 Experience Gained

The experiences gained during my designing practice were:-

I. Familiarity with structural design codes such as BS 8110 of 1997, and BS 6399 of 1996.
II. Preparation of the structure’s general arrangement drawing in conjunction with approved
architectural drawings.
III. Loading of all structural members with both dead loads and live loads in accordance with
BS 6399 Parts 1 & 2.
IV. Analysis of all structural members for design loads at all states (Ultimate and
serviceability).
V. Checking the suitability of structural members against bending moment, shear force and
crack control.
VI. Designing of structural members in respect to determined dead and live loads, identified
free body diagrams (FBD)/statistical system, dimensioning and appropriate assumptions
for design.
VII. Preparation of detail drawings and bar bending schedule.
 CHAPTER FOUR

4.0 CONCLUSION

As I have narrated above in this report, I have gained adequate Work Experience in Civil
Engineering (design, site supervision and office management) as well as knowledge in
procurement matters, project management and contracts administration. I have now managed to
bridge theories and reality on site. I have faced many challenges while implementing projects
and I have also been able to look for the solution to those problems.

Further I certify that, this report results from my involvement in various civil engineering works
carried out and is not copied from any unauthorized materials and thus the activities written in
this report were carried out under close supervision of Registered Engineers.

With regard to the professional engineering work experience I have gained so far, I finally wish
the COREN to consider, evaluate and approve my application for registration as an Engineer.

Name: ...............................................

Signature:……………………………

Date:………………………………….
 CHAPTER FIVE

5.1 Endorsement

I, the undersigned, have gone through the report that has been prepared and we endorse the
experience attained and reported by the writer. Based on our personal knowledge of the character
and professional reputation of the applicant, I recommend for acceptance of this Work Experience
report by the COREN in Partial fulfillment of the requirements for registration as Registered
Engineer.

Name Stamp and Signature

5.2 Endorsement

I, the undersigned, have gone through the report that has been prepared and we endorse the
experience attained and reported by the writer. Based on our personal knowledge of the character
and professional reputation of the applicant, I recommend for acceptance of this Work Experience
report by the COREN in Partial fulfillment of the requirements for registration as Registered
Engineer.

Name Stamp and Signature

 APPENDICES

Design Calculations - To be signed and stamped by a Registered Engineer on every page.

Design Drawings - To be signed and stamped by a Registered Engineer on every page

Work Experience Images

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