Civil Engineer - Project Management (Infrastructure)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with a strong project management background to oversee infrastructure projects in Nelspruit. This on-site role requires leadership to plan, execute and close projects on time and within budget while maintaining high quality and regulatory compliance.

You will coordinate with multiple stakeholders, manage risks, and lead project teams to deliver critical infrastructure for the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Registration as Professional Engineer (PrEng) mandatory.
• Minimum eight years in civil engineering with five years in PM roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, scheduling and execution of civil infrastructure projects.
• Manage budgets, control costs and allocate resources.
• Ensure safety, quality and environmental compliance.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, consultants and regulators.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Prepare progress reports and manage close-out activities.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PrEng registration

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with a strong background in Project Management to oversee diverse infrastructure projects in Nelspruit. This pivotal role requires leadership in planning, executing, and closing out projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will manage project teams, coordinate with stakeholders, and mitigate risks, playing a key role in the development of vital infrastructure for the region. This is an on-site position critical for effective project oversight and team coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, scheduling, and execution of civil infrastructure projects from inception to completion.


• Manage project budgets, control costs, and oversee resource allocation effectively.


• Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations, quality standards, and environmental compliance throughout project lifecycles.


• Coordinate and communicate with clients, contractors, consultants, and regulatory bodies.


• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and develop mitigation strategies.


• Prepare progress reports, manage project documentation, and conduct project close-out activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.


• Professional Engineer (PrEng) registration is mandatory.


• Minimum of 8 years of experience in civil engineering, with at least 5 years in project management roles.


• Proven track record of successfully managing infrastructure projects.


• Strong knowledge of contract administration, procurement processes, and construction methodologies.


• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.


• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund.


• Opportunity to lead significant infrastructure development projects in Nelspruit.


• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.


• Dynamic and results-oriented work environment.