Civil Technologist / Engineer - Water

New World Personnel Consultants; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A group of Consulting Civil Engineers in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a skilled Civil Technologist / Engineer specializing in Water. The role demands a minimum of 6-7 years of relevant design experience and offers the chance to engage in impactful water and sanitation projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in project development, design optimization, and ensuring quality compliance throughout the construction process. This position provides an opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6-7 years design experience in Water and Sanitation projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is essential.
• ECSA registration is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive business plans and feasibility studies.
• Ensure compliance with design specifications and quality standards during construction.
• Prepare tender documentation and adjudicate.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in MS Office

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Knowledge of GIS

Clear communication skills

Education

BSc / BTech / B Eng in Civil Engineering

ECSA Professional registration

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Hec-ras

PCSWMM

Job description

Civil Technologist / Engineer – Water

Required for a group of Consulting Civil Engineers in Pietermaritzburg.

Qualifications :

• Minimum of BSc / BTech / B Eng in Civil Engineering.
• ECSA Professional registration will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 6-7 years design experience in Water and Sanitation projects, Municipal projects, Water Treatment Works, and Waste-Water Treatment Works.

Key Competencies :

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Projects.
• Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD Civil 3D (essential), and IDAS (advantage).
• Knowledgeable in Hec-ras, GIS, PCSWMM, or similar.
• Basic knowledge of Construction Contracts.
• Clear communication skills.
• Understanding of the project management life cycle.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement comprehensive business plans, feasibility studies, and conceptual design reports for water & sanitation projects, considering environmental regulations and project specifications.
• Design and optimize water & sanitation facilities, ensuring efficient and sustainable processes.
• Provide technical oversight during the construction phase, ensuring compliance with design specifications and quality standards.
• Address and resolve technical issues during construction.
• Prepare development stage drawings.
• Attend project coordination meetings and liaise with the professional team.
• Model designs and prepare preliminary drawings.
• Prepare tender documentation, adjudicate, and compile adjudication reports.
• Conduct site monitoring and quality control, following company quality site assurance documentation, and prepare close-out reports.
• Assist in compiling bids and proposal documents.
• Knowledge of Quality Management System.

Salary :

Negotiable – experience related.

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