Civil Site Engineering Lead — Durban Projects

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with incentives

Medical and pension benefits

Career progression

Exposure to significant construction项目

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly competent Senior Site Engineer to manage civil works on a large-scale Durban development. You will supervise daily construction activities, ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and safety standards while coordinating resources and subcontractors.

You will monitor progress, prepare reports, and liaise with contractors and client representatives to keep the project on schedule, within budget and to quality expectations across KwaZulu-Natal.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in site engineering, with a strong focus on civil construction projects.
• Proven experience in managing large earthworks, concrete structures, and infrastructure installation.
• Familiarity with contract administration, quality assurance, and health and safety management systems.
• Proficiency in surveying equipment and civil engineering design software.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct daily construction activities, ensuring adherence to design drawings and specifications.
• Manage site resources, including labor, materials, and equipment, to optimize productivity and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure all civil works comply with safety regulations, quality control procedures, and environmental standards.
• Monitor project progress against the schedule, identify potential delays, and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly site progress reports, including technical details and resource utilization.
• Liaise with contractors, suppliers, consultants, and the client's representatives on site.

Skills

Site leadership

Site coordination

Contract administration

Health and safety

Surveying

Education

Civil Engineering degree/diploma

Tools

Civil design software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a highly competent Senior Site Engineer to manage civil works on a large-scale Durban development. You will supervise daily construction activities, ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and safety standards while coordinating resources and subcontractors.

You will monitor progress, prepare reports, and liaise with contractors and client representatives to keep the project on schedule, within budget and to quality expectations across KwaZulu-Natal.