Civil Project Engineer - Transportation Infrastructure

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary package

Medical aid and retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Civil Project Engineer to lead transportation infrastructure projects based in or serving the Port Elizabeth region. You will oversee planning, design, and construction of roads, bridges, and highways, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards.

The role involves coordinating with design teams, contractors, and public authorities, with the flexibility of a remote work arrangement and opportunities for professional growth in Eastern Cape projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in project engineering for transportation infrastructure.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration preferred.
• Experience managing complex civil projects including roads, bridges, highways.
• Familiarity with project management software and construction management principles.
• Strong organizational, communication and leadership skills suitable for remote oversight.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of transportation infrastructure projects from concept to completion.
• Coordinate with design consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to meet objectives.
• Oversee schedules, бюджета and resources for timely, cost-effective delivery.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety and environmental regulations.
• Review and approve design drawings, construction plans and progress reports.
• Conduct site inspections and provide remote guidance to construction teams when applicable.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Remote project oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated Civil Project Engineer to manage and deliver key transportation infrastructure projects based in or serving the Port Elizabeth region. This role is vital for overseeing the planning, design, and construction of roads, highways, bridges, and related infrastructure, ensuring projects meet stringent quality, safety, and environmental standards. You will work closely with design teams, contractors, and public authorities to ensure successful project outcomes. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for a project engineer to lead significant infrastructure development, enhance regional connectivity, and contribute to economic growth, with the flexibility of a remote work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of transportation infrastructure projects, from initial concept through to completion.
• Coordinate with design consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, specifications, and safety regulations.
• Review and approve design drawings, construction plans, and progress reports.
• Conduct site inspections and provide technical guidance to construction teams remotely where applicable.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project engineering, with a strong focus on transportation infrastructure.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration is preferred.
• Proven experience in managing complex civil engineering projects, including roads, bridges, or highways.
• Familiarity with project management software and construction management principles.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills, suitable for remote project oversight.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for project completion bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and participation in major infrastructure initiatives.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of impactful transportation projects in the Eastern Cape .