Civil Engineer

Zutari; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Civil Engineer to take on design and modelling responsibilities within municipal services. The ideal candidate will have a BSc/BEng in Civil Engineering and a minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience. Proficiency in Civil 3D is essential. This role emphasizes both teamwork and the ability to deliver high-quality client service while managing project deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Land Infrastructure projects, specifically municipal services.
• Experience in both public and private sectors.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for design and modelling within municipal services realm.
• Assist in preparation of project specifications, BoQs, cost estimates, and tender documentation.
• Ensure quality of drawings produced and that required standards are maintained.
• Deliver excellent client service and experience.

Skills

Civil 3D proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Project management skills

Organizational skills

Education

BSc / BEng in Civil Engineering

Job description

Rosebank - Johannesburg, GP

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.

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.

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency.

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

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

Role responsibilities

• Responsible for design and modelling within municipal services realm – from planning to detailed design and construction drawings specific to land development and municipal infrastructure.
• Roads, stormwater, water, sewer, telecoms, bulk earthworks.
• Assist in the preparation of project specifications, BoQ's, cost estimates and tender documentation.
• Prepare reports required by the project, implementation of all relevant codes of practice and ensuring that all work complies with Zutari's quality control procedures and is implemented to knowledge and experience of working with relevant engineering codes, standards, and practices and specifically SANS.
• Must be able to work well in a team to support the Project Leader but should also have the capability to take the lead on project designs.
• Ensure the quality of drawings produced and that the required drawing standards are maintained.
• Undertake construction supervision duties where required.
• Deliver excellent client service and experience when presented with the opportunity.
• Confident, well‑spoken, disciplined, detail and deadline / delivery orientated.
• Excellent communication skills (proven ability to interact well with personnel at all organizational levels).
• Excellent organisational skills (ability to plan and implement) and time management skills.

Qualifications

• BSc / BEng in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience post qualification as a designer in Land Infrastructure projects, specific to municipal services in both public and private sectors.
• Must be Civil 3D proficient – in terms of the design of civil services and earthworks.

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.