Civil Design Engineer – Land Development & Infrastructure

Placements24; The Islands (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Pension fund and medical aid

Exposure to diverse land development

Professional growth opportunities

Dynamic Paarl region team

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a proactive Civil Design Engineer for land development in Paarl, Western Cape. You will design site infrastructure—grading, roads, stormwater, water, and sewer—ensuring compliance with local planning rules and environmental standards.

You’ll prepare detailed drawings and calculations with AutoCAD and Civil 3D, liaise with municipalities for permits, and collaborate with surveyors and architects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of civil design experience for land development.
• Familiarity with South African land use planning and environmental regulations.
• Strong grasp of stormwater management principles and hydraulic design.

Responsibilities

• Design site infrastructure, including grading, roads, drainage, water, and sewer for land development projects.
• Prepare drawings, calculations, and specifications using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Liaise with municipal authorities to obtain permits and approvals.
• Conduct site inspections to monitor construction and ensure design adherence.
• Collaborate with surveyors, architects, and other consultants to coordinate design efforts.
• Assist in tender documentation and evaluation of contractor proposals.

Skills

Site infrastructure design

Stormwater management

Collaboration with planners/architects

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Placements24 seeks a proactive Civil Design Engineer for land development in Paarl, Western Cape. You will design site infrastructure—grading, roads, stormwater, water, and sewer—ensuring compliance with local planning rules and environmental standards.

You’ll prepare detailed drawings and calculations with AutoCAD and Civil 3D, liaise with municipalities for permits, and collaborate with surveyors and architects.