Environmental Civil Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible working hours

Professional development support

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Environmental Civil Engineer for a fully remote role in South Africa. The position focuses on developing sustainable solutions for pollution control, remediation, and resource management, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and ecological balance.

You will collaborate with environmental scientists, agencies, and project teams to achieve goals while staying current with new technologies and sustainable design practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with Environmental specialization.
• PE license or equivalent professional certification.
• 7+ years of environmental engineering and regulatory compliance experience.
• Proficiency in environmental modeling and assessment software.
• Strong understanding of environmental science, ecology and sustainable development.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement environmental protection measures for civil projects.
• Conduct EIAs and develop mitigation strategies.
• Develop plans for waste management, site remediation, and pollution control.
• Ensure compliance with environmental laws, regulations, and permits.
• Collaborate with environmental scientists, regulators, and project teams remotely.
• Stay updated on emerging environmental technologies and sustainable design practices.

Skills

Environmental modeling

Regulatory compliance

Remote collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering – Environmental

Tools

Environmental modeling software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Environmental Civil Engineer to join their team in a fully remote capacity. This role is focused on developing sustainable engineering solutions that address environmental challenges, including pollution control, remediation, and resource management. You will play a key part in ensuring projects meet stringent environmental regulations and promote ecological balance. The fully remote nature of this position allows for unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to contribute to critical environmental initiatives from anywhere. We are looking for a passionate engineer with a deep commitment to environmental stewardship and a proven ability to navigate complex environmental engineering problems in a virtual setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement environmental protection measures for civil engineering projects.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and develop mitigation strategies.
• Develop plans for waste management, site remediation, and water/air pollution control.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental laws, regulations, and permits.
• Collaborate with environmental scientists, regulatory agencies, and project teams to achieve project goals.
• Stay abreast of emerging environmental technologies and sustainable design practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Environmental Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent professional certification.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in environmental engineering and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in environmental modeling and assessment software.
• Strong understanding of environmental science, ecology, and sustainable development principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, vital for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Support for professional development, including environmental certifications and training.
• Opportunities to work on impactful environmental sustainability projects.
• A collaborative and mission-driven work environment, fully remote.