Civil Site Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Civil Site Engineer in Mahikeng to supervise and manage on-site construction activities, ensuring safety, efficiency, and design compliance. You will coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and the design team to resolve technical challenges and maintain project timelines.

Ideal candidates have a civil engineering degree and at least 3 years of site supervision experience, with strong communication and leadership skills to drive quality outcomes on-site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a site engineer or in a similar construction supervision role.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and site management practices.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations applicable to construction sites.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Good communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills for on-site challenges.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily construction activities on civil engineering sites.
• Ensure construction work is carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies on site.
• Conduct quality control checks and testing of materials and workmanship.
• Prepare daily site reports, progress updates, and manage site records.
• Coordinate with the project manager, design team, and contractors to address site issues and technical queries promptly.

Skills

Site supervision

Reading drawings

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and practical Civil Site Engineer to join their team in Mahikeng . This role is essential for supervising and managing on-site construction activities, ensuring that projects are executed safely, efficiently, and according to design specifications. You will be the key technical point of contact on site, coordinating with contractors, subcontractors, and the design team to resolve technical challenges and maintain project timelines. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on engineer to contribute to tangible construction projects and gain valuable experience in a challenging yet rewarding field, working as a vital part of the construction delivery process.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily construction activities on civil engineering sites.
• Ensure construction work is carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies on site.
• Conduct quality control checks and testing of materials and workmanship.
• Prepare daily site reports, progress updates, and manage site records.
• Coordinate with the project manager, design team, and contractors to address site issues and technical queries promptly.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a site engineer or in a similar construction supervision role.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and site management practices.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations applicable to construction sites.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Good communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills for on‑site challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and allowances.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for overtime and career advancement on projects.
• Exposure to a variety of construction projects and techniques.
• A robust site safety program and supportive work environment.