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Corona School Classroom Development

Ikoyi, Lagos·2022·Site Engineer

Structural delivery of new classroom facilities in Ikoyi, covering excavation, foundations, reinforcement, formwork, concrete operations and masonry under active site supervision.

Project Overview

Building classroom facilities from the groundworks upward.

The project progressed from excavation and foundations into reinforced-concrete framing, slab work and masonry. The work demanded accurate interpretation of structural information and close supervision of activities that would determine the stability and geometry of the completed classroom building.

My Role

Site Engineer

I interpreted structural drawings and bar-bending schedules, set daily technical priorities, coordinated site workers and checked reinforcement, formwork and concrete preparation. I also monitored progress so that structural activities remained aligned with the delivery programme.

Scope of Work

Key workstreams.

Excavation and foundation works
Reinforcement and bar-bending schedules
Formwork
Concrete operations
Structural frame and masonry
Technical Delivery

Converting structural drawings into accurate site work.

I used the drawings and bending schedules to verify reinforcement sizes, arrangement and preparation before concrete work. Formwork dimensions, alignment and support were also checked so the executed frame reflected the intended structural geometry.

Site Coordination

Keeping reinforcement, formwork and concrete activities ready.

Workers and materials were coordinated around the correct sequence: preparation, technical checks, correction where required and concrete placement. This reduced interruptions at critical stages and kept each activity ready for inspection.

Quality & Execution

Checking work before concrete made it permanent.

Reinforcement, cover, dimensions, formwork stability and alignment were reviewed before pours. Progressive checks helped identify issues while they could still be corrected safely and efficiently.

Project Journey

Site documentation.

What This Project Demonstrates

Good site engineering turns technical information into accurate, buildable work through consistent supervision.