Principal Civil Engineer - Major Infrastructure Projects

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 109,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Generous leave

Professional development

Job summary

Unknown Client in Upington, Northern Cape seeks a Principal Civil Engineer to lead transformative infrastructure projects from concept to completion. This senior role demands strong leadership, strategic thinking, and delivering complex programs across transportation, water resources, and infrastructure networks.

The successful candidate will mentor multi-disciplinary teams, manage budgets and schedules, engage with government agencies and clients, and drive business development while ensuring

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Pr. Eng registration with ECSA is mandatory.
• 15+ years of progressive civil engineering experience with leadership.
• Proven success managing large multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Willingness to travel for project oversight and meetings in Upington.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and project management for major civil initiatives.
• Oversee design, planning, and execution of complex infrastructure projects.
• Manage budgets, schedules and resources to ensure profitability and timely delivery.
• Mentor multi-disciplinary teams and drive innovation and excellence.
• Engage stakeholders including government agencies, clients and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with standards, regulations and QA protocols.
• Conduct high-level design reviews and risk mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management.
• Champion sustainable engineering and project delivery best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Travel flexibility

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) registration

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly reputable and established engineering consultancy, is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to lead transformative infrastructure projects in Upington, Northern Cape. This senior role demands extensive experience in managing large-scale civil engineering projects from conception through to completion, including infrastructure development, water resource management, and transportation networks. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership capabilities, a strategic mindset, and a deep understanding of complex engineering challenges. You will be instrumental in driving project success, mentoring teams, and ensuring the highest standards of technical excellence and client satisfaction within the Upington, Northern Cape region. We are looking for a visionary leader to shape the future of infrastructure in this vital area.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall technical leadership and project management for major civil engineering initiatives.
• Oversee the design, planning, and execution of complex infrastructure projects.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources effectively to ensure profitability and timely delivery.
• Lead and mentor multi-disciplinary engineering teams, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
• Engage with key stakeholders, including government agencies, clients, and contractors, to build strong relationships and ensure project alignment.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and quality assurance protocols.
• Conduct high-level reviews of designs, technical reports, and construction methods.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, developing strategic solutions.
• Contribute significantly to business development, including proposal preparation and client relationship management.
• Champion best practices in sustainable engineering and project delivery.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Professional registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) with ECSA is mandatory.
• A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in civil engineering, with a significant portion in a leadership or principal role.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale, multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Expertise across various civil engineering fields such as transportation, water resources, or structural engineering.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and decision-making skills.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and advanced engineering design tools.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and secure new business.
• Willingness to travel as required for project oversight and client meetings in and around Upington, Northern Cape.

Benefits

• This role offers an industry-leading salary, substantial performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits, including premium medical aid, robust retirement fund contributions, and generous leave.
• Our client provides unparalleled opportunities for professional development, leadership training, and career advancement.
• Join a prestigious firm and play a pivotal role in shaping significant infrastructure developments in Upington, Northern Cape.
• This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a seasoned engineering leader.