Associate | Water Resources Management

Zutari; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering firm in South Africa seeks an Associate in Water Resources Management. This role involves leading projects, managing teams, and conducting comprehensive analyses in water resources planning. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of civil engineering experience and relevant qualifications, including professional registration. The position is based in Tshwane and Cape Town with a full-time permanent contract.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years postgraduate experience in civil engineering.
• Comprehensive project management and quality assurance experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects in integrated water resources planning and management.
• Conduct prefeasibility and feasibility studies.
• Prepare bids and technical reports.
• Manage multi-disciplinary project teams.

Skills

Project management

Planning and time management

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

BSc Eng / BEng in relevant civil engineering discipline

Postgraduate qualification

Registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng.)

Job description

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

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

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

• ZADescription: Zutari – Co‑creating an engineered impact. Zutari is a well‑established, management‑owned engineering firm with almost 90 years’ experience.

As human‑centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities, and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East. We co‑create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives.

Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed. What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ high‑performing talent with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done, and sharing a sense of urgency.

People who have an impact in our teams and the broader community.

People who think differently and connect with those around them to co‑create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

About the role

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and dynamic Civil Engineer in our accomplished water resources management team in Tshwane and Cape Town at an Associate level.

Are you a motivated professional with the ability to inspire others, display strong leadership capabilities, and are driven to make an impact for our clients, the communities we serve, and the environment? Then this role may be for you.

Role Responsibilities

• Integrated water resources planning and management
• Prefeasibility / feasibility studies
• Master planning
• Hydrological analysis
• Systems analysis
• Water demand analysis
• Stormwater analysis
• Information management systems
• Spatial analysis
• Data analytics
• Facilitation of meetings and workshops
• Training and capacity building
• Bid preparation and technical report writing
• Leading a range of projects across southern Africa, Africa, and the Middle East, you will display strong commercial acumen and will be comfortable managing multi‑disciplinary project teams.
• Fulfilling a leadership role in the water resources management team and the broader water market within Zutari, you will take responsibility for winning work, growing client relationships, and managing resources towards achieving the Water Market goals as well as the overall Zutari strategy.

Qualifications

• BSc Eng / BEng in a relevant civil engineering discipline complemented by a relevant postgraduate qualification
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng.) with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
• At least 10 years postgraduate experience in civil engineering

Skills and Experience

• Comprehensive project management, quality assurance, and project governance experience
• Effective planning and time management skills
• Ability to lead, mentor, and manage people with strong interpersonal and networking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver high‑quality work consistently

We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience.

We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices.

In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.