Civil Engineer - Water and Sanitation Projects

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional development

Hybrid work arrangements

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape seeks a Civil Engineer to design and manage water supply, distribution, and sanitation systems for municipal and private clients. The role blends office-based design with site visits, delivering feasible, compliant water infrastructure solutions.

You will conduct feasibility studies, prepare designs and tender documents, supervise contracts, and mentor junior engineers. A Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng is preferred, with at least five years in water/wastewater projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng registration preferred (ECSA).
• Minimum 5 years' experience in water and sanitation engineering design and project management.
• Proficiency in Civil Designer, AutoCAD, EPANET or similar hydraulic modelling tools.
• Strong knowledge of South African water and wastewater standards and guidelines.
• Experience with municipal infrastructure projects and contract administration.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to relocate to Paarl, Western Cape and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Design water treatment plants, pipelines, reservoirs, and pump stations.
• Develop integrated water and wastewater management plans.
• Conduct hydraulic modelling for water distribution and sewer networks.
• Prepare technical specs, design reports, and tender docs.
• Manage project execution: timelines and budgets; coordinate stakeholders.
• Oversee site investigations and construction supervision for water projects.
• Ensure compliance with bylaws, standards, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development.
• Support proposal writing and business development.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) or Pr Tech Eng registration

Tools

Civil Designer

AutoCAD

EPANET

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a respected engineering consultancy dedicated to improving municipal infrastructure, is seeking a motivated Civil Engineer to join their team in Paarl, Western Cape. This role focuses on the design and management of water supply, distribution, and sanitation systems for local government and private clients. You will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of safe and efficient water services, contributing directly to community well-being. Responsibilities include conducting feasibility studies, detailed design, tender preparation, and contract administration. The ideal candidate is passionate about public infrastructure and possesses strong analytical and project management skills. This position offers a blend of office-based design and potential site visits, providing a comprehensive engineering experience in the beautiful Western Cape region. We are committed to sustainable infrastructure development.

Key Responsibilities

• Design of water treatment plants, pipelines, reservoirs, and pump stations.
• Develop integrated water and wastewater management plans.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling for water distribution and sewer networks.
• Prepare technical specifications, design reports, and tender documentation.
• Manage project execution, including timelines, budgets, and stakeholder coordination.
• Oversee site investigations and construction supervision for water and sanitation projects.
• Ensure compliance with relevant municipal bylaws, national standards, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate effectively with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development.
• Participate in proposal writing and business development activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) or Engineering Technologist (Pr Tech Eng) registration with ECSA is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in water and sanitation engineering design and project management.
• Proficiency in relevant design software such as Civil Designer, AutoCAD, and hydraulic modeling tools (e.g., EPANET).
• Strong knowledge of South African water and wastewater standards and guidelines.
• Experience with municipal infrastructure projects and contract administration.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage projects independently and work collaboratively within a team.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Paarl, Western Cape.
• Valid driver's license.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities and support for further education.
• Work on impactful projects contributing to the Western Cape's development.
• A supportive and team-oriented work environment in Paarl.
• Potential for hybrid working arrangements based on project needs.