Associate | Water Resources Management

Zutari; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks an Associate in Water Resources Management to join their team in Tshwane and Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have substantial civil engineering experience, demonstrate leadership, and enhance client relationships. This role involves project management and strategic resource alignment to meet Zutari's goals in diverse settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years postgraduate civil engineering experience.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Effective planning and time management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Integrated water resources planning and management.
• Management of multi-disciplinary teams.
• Lead projects across southern Africa and the Middle East.

Skills

Project management

Quality assurance

Leadership

Excellent communication skills

Education

BSc Eng / BEng in civil engineering

Postgraduate qualification in a relevant area

Registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng.) with ECSA

Job description

Associate | Water Resources Management - (ENG-L8.55)

Requisition #: ENG-L8.55

Job title: Associate | Water Resources Management

Category: Contract type: Permanent (Employee), Full Time

Locations: Cape Town - Century City, WC ZA (Primary), Tshwane - Pretoria, GP ZA

About Zutari

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years of experience. We are human-centred engineering consultants and advisors trusted across Africa and the Middle East. We co-create engineering solutions that positively impact communities and improve lives.

We value inclusion and recognize the importance of a diverse, talented workforce. We seek high-performing individuals with the right attitude, positive mindset, motivation to do the right thing, and a sense of urgency. We look for people who can make an impact, think differently, connect with others, and co-create new opportunities to leave a meaningful legacy.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Civil Engineer to join our water resources management team in Tshwane and Cape Town at the Associate level. The ideal candidate will inspire others, demonstrate strong leadership, and be driven to make a difference for clients, communities, and the environment.

Responsibilities

• Integrated water resources planning and management
• Prefeasibility and feasibility studies
• Master planning
• Hydrological analysis
• Systems analysis
• Water demand and stormwater analysis
• Information management systems
• Spatial analysis and data analytics
• Facilitation of meetings and workshops
• Training and capacity building
• Bid preparation and technical report writing

You will lead projects across southern Africa, Africa, and the Middle East, managing multi-disciplinary teams with strong commercial acumen. You will also take a leadership role within the water resources management team, focusing on client acquisition, relationship growth, and resource management aligned with Zutari's strategic goals.

Qualifications

• BSc Eng / BEng in civil engineering or related field
• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant area
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng.) with ECSA
• Minimum 10 years postgraduate civil engineering experience

Skills and Experience

• Project management, quality assurance, and governance
• Effective planning and time management
• Leadership, mentorship, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver high-quality work

We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity, prioritizing candidates from designated groups within South Africa.