Civil Engineer/Civil Technologist

SMEC; George; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in George is seeking an experienced engineer to provide design and drafting services for various infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include managing design processes, supervising teams, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate holds a relevant engineering degree and has at least 3 years of practical experience. The firm values diversity and offers a supportive environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of post-graduate, practical experience.
• Maintain Quality and timeliness of reporting.
• Planning of workload to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all design and modelling aspects of projects.
• Assist with supervising small teams.
• Ensure compliance with quality control procedures.

Skills

Proficiency in Civil 3D design and analysis software packages

Clear understanding of local functional business technologies

Knowledge of basic project management

Education

B. Eng or B Tech Degree in Engineering

Job description

Division Roads and Highways

Location George

REPORTS TO

Section Manager and/or Function Manager

PRIMARY POSITION PURPOSE

To provide design and drafting services, prepare project documentation, and deliver appropriate technical support as required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for all design and modelling aspects – from planning, conceptual design to detailed design and construction drawings of Roads, Stormwater, Water and Sewer Bulk Services and Reticulation, etc.
• Assist with supervising small teams (Technicians, Students, Draughtsmen, Graduates)
• Must be able to work in a team to support a leader but also take the lead on project designs.
• Ensure that required drawing standards and construction supervision requirements are maintained and deliver excellent client service if required when client facing.
• Prepare reports required by the project, implementation of all relevant codes of practice and ensuring that all work complies with SMEC’s quality control procedures
• Support Senior Engineers/Technologists with project management and take lead when required.
• Develop understanding of Functional Unit technologies and markets
• Construction administration and monitoring
• Apply SMEC’s quality systems and procedures and ensure enforcement
• Working with clients and municipal line departments to capture their requirements
• Develop specifications, BoQ’s, cost estimates, and prepare final tender documentation.

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• B. Eng or B Tech Degree in Engineering
• Minimum 3 years of post-graduate, practical experience
• Proficiency in Civil 3D design and analysis software packages
• Clear understanding of local functional business technologies and markets
• Knowledge of basic project management and the use of project management software
• Maintain Quality and timeliness of reporting
• Planning of workload to meet deadlines

We are proud of the brilliant minds we have at SMEC and are committed to ensuring that our people have the best opportunities and resources to learn, grow and succeed. Our hiring decisions are guided by skills, qualifications and experience, ensuring fair and equitable access to opportunities for all. We are intentional about diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, not as a requirement, but as a fundamental part of who we are. We strive to create a workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are embraced, fresh ideas are encouraged, and everyone has the support they need to thrive. At SMEC, every individual has a voice, and through our commitment to engineering positive change, every contribution makes a difference.