Civil Engineer - Infrastructure Projects

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development support

ECSA registration assistance

Richards Bay project exposure

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a diligent Civil Engineer with 5+ years of experience to contribute to major infrastructure projects. The role combines design, planning, and on-site supervision in a hybrid work model.

You will work across all project phases, ensuring quality, safety, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with clients, regulators, and contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil infrastructure design and project management.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar design software.
• Strong understanding of local building codes, regulations, and environmental standards.
• Experience with site supervision and construction oversight.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed engineering designs and plans for infrastructure projects such as roads, water supply systems, and drainage.
• Prepare technical specifications, contract documents, and cost estimates.
• Conduct site inspections and supervise construction activities to ensure compliance with designs and specifications.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory bodies, and contractors to facilitate project progress.
• Analyze project data and prepare progress reports, highlighting achievements and potential challenges.
• Utilize civil engineering software for design, modeling, and analysis.

Skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and proactive Civil Engineer to contribute to significant infrastructure projects in the Richards Bay area. This role offers a hybrid work model, combining remote flexibility with essential on-site collaboration and project supervision. You will be involved in all phases of project development, from planning and design to implementation and oversight, ensuring that projects meet high standards of quality, safety, and sustainability. This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys a blend of analytical work and practical site engagement, contributing to the development of vital community infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed engineering designs and plans for infrastructure projects such as roads, water supply systems, and drainage.
• Prepare technical specifications, contract documents, and cost estimates.
• Conduct site inspections and supervise construction activities to ensure compliance with designs and specifications.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory bodies, and contractors to facilitate project progress.
• Analyze project data and prepare progress reports, highlighting achievements and potential challenges.
• Utilize civil engineering software for design, modeling, and analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil infrastructure design and project management.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar design software.
• Strong understanding of local building codes, regulations, and environmental standards.
• Experience with site supervision and construction oversight.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement balancing remote work and site presence.
• Opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure projects in the Richards Bay region.
• Support for professional development and registration with ECSA.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• A collaborative team environment focused on delivering successful project outcomes.