Remote Senior Civil Engineer – Water & Wastewater Leader

Placements24; O Mente; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Comprehensive medical aid

Generous provident fund

Ample opportunities for professional …

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a national leader in sustainable infrastructure to recruit a Senior Civil Engineer (Water & Sanitation) for a fully remote role based in South Africa. You will lead design, planning, and implementation of water and wastewater projects across municipalities, ensuring high-quality, resilient solutions.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years post-graduate experience, Pr.Eng with ECSA, and proven ability to manage large municipal schemes remotely.

Qualifications

• Meets BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and conceptualization of water treatment plants, wastewater treatment works, and distribution/collection networks.
• Oversee the preparation of detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and tender documentation for water and sanitation projects.
• Manage project lifecycles, including scope definition, planning, execution, and closeout, ensuring adherence to budget and timelines.
• Conduct feasibility studies, option analyses, and impact assessments for new infrastructure development.
• Ensure all designs comply with national standards, SANS codes, and relevant environmental regulations.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff working remotely.
• Collaborate effectively with clients, municipal authorities, contractors, and other stakeholders via digital platforms.
• Perform quality assurance and control checks on designs and construction activities.
• Stay updated on advancements in water and wastewater technology and sustainable engineering practices.
• Contribute to business development initiatives by assisting with proposals and client engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Remote work management

Project management

Negotiation

Education

BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering

Pr. Eng. with ECSA

Tools

Hydraulic modeling software

GIS

Tender documentation

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a national leader in sustainable infrastructure to recruit a Senior Civil Engineer (Water & Sanitation) for a fully remote role based in South Africa. You will lead design, planning, and implementation of water and wastewater projects across municipalities, ensuring high-quality, resilient solutions.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years post-graduate experience, Pr.Eng with ECSA, and proven ability to manage large municipal schemes remotely.