Civil Engineer - Road and Highway Design

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, seeks a Civil Engineer specializing in road and highway design to plan, design and implement transportation projects that boost regional connectivity.

You will work on challenging projects, collaborating with environmental advisers and planners, ensuring compliance with standards and contributing to sustainable infrastructure developments in a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a team and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop road and highway layouts following national geometric standards.
• Conduct traffic analysis and modeling to optimize road network efficiency and safety features.
• Prepare detailed design drawings, technical specifications and bills of quantities for road projects.
• Oversee construction activities ensuring design compliance, quality standards and safety protocols.
• Perform site inspections, identify issues and propose effective solutions.
• Collaborate with environmental consultants and urban planners to integrate sustainable design principles.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Civil Engineer with a specialization in road and highway design to join their expanding operations in George . This role focuses on the planning, design, and implementation of transportation infrastructure projects that are vital to the region's connectivity and economic growth. You will work on challenging projects, contributing to the development of safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation networks. The position offers the chance to be part of a forward-thinking company committed to engineering excellence and community development, working within a team that values precision and innovation in George .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive road and highway layouts, including alignment, grading, and intersection design, adhering to national geometric standards.
• Conduct traffic analysis and modeling to optimize road network efficiency and safety features.
• Prepare detailed design drawings, technical specifications, and construction bills of quantities for road projects.
• Oversee construction activities, ensuring adherence to design specifications, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Perform site inspections and evaluations, identifying potential design or construction issues and proposing effective solutions.
• Collaborate with environmental consultants and urban planners to integrate sustainable design principles and ensure regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering .
• Professional registration with ECSA as a Pr.Eng. or Candidate Engineer with a clear path to registration.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience specifically in road and highway design and transportation engineering.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MXRoads, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of materials science for pavement design and construction.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Exposure to significant transportation infrastructure projects in the Western Cape region.
• Opportunities for professional growth and further certifications.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment focused on achieving engineering milestones.