Freelance Pavement Engineer (Short-Term Contract)

Gig Engineer; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a highly experienced Pavement Engineer to join various short-term contracts in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have over a decade of proven experience in pavement design, analysis, and rehabilitation, coupled with a strong technical knowledge of materials and construction practices. This role offers the opportunity to work independently on flexible schedules, conducting assessments and developing innovative strategies while collaborating with diverse teams. If you are detail-oriented and adaptable, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the field.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in pavement design and rehabilitation.
• Strong understanding of South African standards and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pavement condition assessments and develop rehabilitation strategies.
• Prepare technical reports and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Pavement Design

Materials Knowledge

Pavement Evaluation Methods

Construction Practices

Project Management

Education

BEng in Civil Engineering

MEng in Civil Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Pavement Engineer to join various short term contracts / gig work with clients. This is in Johannesburg

Requirements:

·BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering

·Minimum of 10 years’ proven experience in pavement design, analysis, and rehabilitation

·Strong technical knowledge of materials, pavement evaluation methods, and construction practices

·Familiarity with relevant South African standards and specifications (e.g., TRH, SAT, COLTO)

·Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality results within tight deadlines

Role Involves:

·Conducting pavement condition assessments and investigations

·Developing rehabilitation strategies and pavement designs

·Preparing technical reports and documentation

·Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams where necessary

Ideal Candidate:

·Registered or eligible for registration with ECSA (preferred)

·Reliable, detail-oriented, and adaptable to remote or hybrid work settings

·Comfortable working on a flexible schedule