Civil Engineer - Infrastructure Planning

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Conference opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks a diligent Civil Engineer to join the planning division. The role focuses on feasibility, conceptual design, and strategic planning for infrastructure projects, collaborating with stakeholders to move from inception to design and construction phases.

The ideal candidate holds a BEng in Civil Engineering with at least 6 years of experience in infrastructure planning, feasibility studies, and master planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in civil engineering, with a focus on infrastructure planning and feasibility studies.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure design principles across roads, water, and sanitation.
• Proficiency in engineering software for analysis and modeling.
• Excellent analytical, research and problem-solving skills.
• Strong report writing and presentation abilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies and conceptual designs for civil infrastructure projects.
• Perform site assessments, preliminary investigations, and impact analyses.
• Develop project scopes, preliminary cost estimates, and timelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external consultants, and regulatory authorities during planning.
• Analyze existing infrastructure networks and identify improvement opportunities.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and planning documents for stakeholders.
• Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and regulatory changes impacting infrastructure planning.
• Support transition of planned projects into detailed design and procurement stages.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading infrastructure development company, is seeking a diligent and forward-thinking Civil Engineer to join their planning division in Vereeniging, Gauteng . This role is central to identifying, evaluating, and developing new infrastructure projects, focusing on feasibility, conceptual design, and strategic planning. You will be responsible for conducting technical assessments, market analysis, and collaborating with various stakeholders to bring projects from inception to the design and construction phases. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a comprehensive understanding of civil engineering principles, and experience in project feasibility studies and master planning. This position offers a significant opportunity to influence the development of key infrastructure within the dynamic Gauteng region, working from our office in Vereeniging . You will be part of a team dedicated to shaping sustainable and impactful infrastructure solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies and conceptual designs for a range of civil infrastructure projects.
• Perform site assessments, preliminary investigations, and impact analyses.
• Develop project scopes, preliminary cost estimates, and timelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external consultants, and regulatory authorities during the planning phase.
• Analyze existing infrastructure networks and identify areas for improvement and expansion.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and planning documents for stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of relevant industry trends, technologies, and regulatory changes impacting infrastructure development.
• Support the transition of planned projects into the detailed design and procurement stages.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in civil engineering, with a significant portion focused on infrastructure planning and feasibility studies.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure design principles across various disciplines (roads, water, sanitation).
• Proficiency in using relevant engineering software for analysis and modeling.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple planning tasks simultaneously.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng) is preferred.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive remuneration package and performance-based incentives.
• Employees are provided with comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• We support continuous professional development through training programs and opportunities to attend industry conferences.
• The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, fostering innovation and career growth.
• This role in Vereeniging offers the chance to be at the forefront of infrastructure development in Gauteng .