Civil Engineer - Transportation Planning

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary incentives

Health and dental benefits

Provident fund

CPD opportunities

Access to planning tools

Community impact projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a dedicated Civil Engineer specializing in Transportation Planning to join its established team. You will analyze traffic, model transportation systems, and contribute to the planning of road networks and public transport.

This role requires a Bachelor's in Civil or Transportation Engineering, at least 5 years in transportation planning and design, and proficiency with tools like PTV Vissim or Synchro.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation planning and design.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic studies, data analysis, and demand forecasting.
• Develop transportation models and simulations to assess impacts and alternatives.
• Prepare TIAs and contribute to environmental impact reports.
• Design transportation infrastructure including roads, intersections, and public transit facilities.
• Collaborate with urban planners, authorities, and project managers to integrate plans.
• Ensure designs comply with national and local standards and regulations.

Skills

Traffic studies

Data analysis

Demand forecasting

Models & simulations

Traffic engineering

Report writing

Presentation skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering

Tools

PTV Vissim

Synchro

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Civil Engineer with a specialization in Transportation Planning to join their established team in Durban . This role is integral to shaping the future of mobility within the region, focusing on the analysis, design, and implementation of transportation systems. You will play a key part in developing solutions that enhance traffic flow, improve public transport, and promote sustainable transportation methods. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive engineer to contribute to critical infrastructure planning and development in a vibrant coastal city, working within a company that values professional growth and community impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic studies, data analysis, and demand forecasting for transportation projects.
• Develop transportation models and simulations to assess project impacts and evaluate alternatives.
• Prepare traffic impact assessments (TIAs) and contribute to environmental impact reports.
• Design transportation infrastructure, including road networks, intersections, and public transport facilities.
• Collaborate with urban planners, municipal authorities, and project managers to integrate transportation plans into broader development strategies.
• Ensure designs comply with national and local transportation standards and regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in transportation planning and design.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is preferred.
• Proficiency in transportation planning software such as PTV Vissim, Synchro, or similar.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in traffic engineering principles and methodologies.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly in Durban .

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and provident fund benefits.
• Continuous professional development opportunities and support for further education.
• Access to state-of-the-art planning tools and technologies.
• The opportunity to contribute to impactful transportation projects in KwaZulu-Natal .