Lead Project Engineer – Water & Sanitation

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Challenging work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Project Engineer to oversee water and sanitation projects in Upington, Northern Cape. You will manage scope, timelines, budgets, and safety to deliver critical infrastructure for the community.

The role requires leading construction activities, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring successful delivery of essential services in a growing region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project engineering, especially water and sanitation.
• Proven experience delivering construction projects from initiation to completion.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize water and sanitation projects within deadlines and budget.
• Acquire permits and approvals for project execution.
• Manage project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigations.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Project management tools

Permitting processes

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Project Engineer to oversee water and sanitation projects in Upington, Northern Cape. You will manage scope, timelines, budgets, and safety to deliver critical infrastructure for the community.

The role requires leading construction activities, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring successful delivery of essential services in a growing region.