New Abuja jobs: CCECC Nigeria seeks engineers, others, see how to apply
CCECC Nigeria is on the lookout for engineers and designers for its projects in Abuja. Interested candidates can find application details and eligibility requirements on the company's website.
- China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) opened applications for several full-time roles based in Abuja
- The construction firm behind Nigeria's Abuja-Kaduna and Lagos-Ibadan railways is expanding its local workforce
- Many people seek employment in Nigeria due to a fast-growing population and high competition for limited formal jobs
FCT, Abuja - China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) Nigeria Limited has opened applications for 11 job openings, with a call for qualified professionals to support infrastructure projects in the West African nation.
John Zhao, a director at CCECC Nigeria, announced the recruitment drive on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, via his official X (formerly Twitter) account, inviting candidates to apply immediately.
The company listed the following positions as open for applications: Deputy General Manager (Business Development), Building Designer, Structural Designer, Road and Alignment Designer, Bridge Designer, Subgrade Designer, and Surveyor.
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Legit.ng gathered that all roles are full-time, located in Abuja, and carry a negotiable salary.
CCECC Nigeria has played a significant role in the country's transport infrastructure over the past decade.
According to a publication on Guardian, the company designed, built, and handed over several major railway projects, including the 37-kilometre Abuja Metro, the 186-kilometre Abuja-Kaduna railway, the 326-kilometre Ajaokuta-Itakpe-Warri corridor, and the 156-kilometre Lagos-Ibadan railway, which includes a 7-kilometre extension.
Nigerians react to CCECC's job announcement
CCECC's social media post drew rapid attention online. While some users expressed interest, others questioned the terms and professional standards reflected in the listing.
Legit.ng captured some comments on X below:
@jollofqueeno wrote:
"Lol. There is nothing we will not see in Nigeria. Negotiable salary? I want our engineers designing, not carrying files for foreign experts."
@Bulangu16
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