Senior Structural Design Lead - Buildings

Placements24; Lorenziberg; On-site; EUR 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Private medical aid

Retirement annuity fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Structural Engineer (Building Design) to head the structural department in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The role demands extensive experience in building design across commercial, residential, and institutional projects, with leadership responsibilities and client liaison.

You will oversee project teams, ensure design quality, and drive innovative, safe structures while staying current with new materials and design methodologies in the region.

Qualifications

• BEng or BSc in Civil/Structural Engineering required.
• Professional registration as Pr.Eng with ECSA is mandatory.
• Minimum 9 years of experience in structural engineering focused on building design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and analysis for various building projects from concept to completion.
• Oversee engineers and technicians ensuring high design quality and accuracy.
• Develop structural designs, calculations, drawings, and specifications for foundations, columns, beams, and slabs.
• Ensure compliance with SANS, codes, and relevant regulations.
• Manage project schedules and budgets for structural tasks.
• Collaborate with architects and MEP engineers for integrated designs.
• Conduct site inspections and mentor junior engineers.
• Engage with clients and contractors to discuss proposals and resolve queries.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

BEng or BSc in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

PROKON

CAD

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Structural Engineer (Building Design) to head the structural department in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The role demands extensive experience in building design across commercial, residential, and institutional projects, with leadership responsibilities and client liaison.

You will oversee project teams, ensure design quality, and drive innovative, safe structures while staying current with new materials and design methodologies in the region.