Senior Structural Engineer – Queenstown Projects, EC

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Career growth

Medical aid and pension

Generous annual leave

Relocation assistance may be available

Team-building events

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Structural Engineer to lead design and oversight of diverse civil projects from Queenstown. You will perform structural analysis, prepare detailed drawings, and ensure compliance with SANS and codes. Collaboration with architects and engineers will be central to project success.

You will mentor junior engineers, manage multiple projects, and contribute to regional infrastructure initiatives while maintaining safety and quality across the lifecycle of structures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with structural specialization.
• Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech registration with ECSA is required.
• Minimum 5 years of structural design/analysis experience in construction.
• Proficiency in SAP2000, ETABS, STAAD.Pro or similar software.
• Experience with AutoCAD or Revit Structure for detailing.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for buildings, bridges, and infrastructure.
• Produce detailed drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Ensure designs comply with SANS and building codes.
• Coordinate with architects, mechanical/electrical engineers and consultants.
• Conduct site visits and provide technical support to contractors.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs; manage timelines.

Skills

Structural analysis

CAD/BIM coordination

Geotechnical principles

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

ECSA registration (Pr. Eng/Pr. Tech)

Tools

SAP2000

ETABS

STAAD.Pro

AutoCAD

Revit Structure

Job description

Placements24 seeks a skilled Structural Engineer to lead design and oversight of diverse civil projects from Queenstown. You will perform structural analysis, prepare detailed drawings, and ensure compliance with SANS and codes. Collaboration with architects and engineers will be central to project success.

You will mentor junior engineers, manage multiple projects, and contribute to regional infrastructure initiatives while maintaining safety and quality across the lifecycle of structures.