Infrastructure Project Engineer - Roads & Utilities

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Project Engineer - Infrastructure to join our client in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will support planning, execution, and delivery of infrastructure projects, collaborating with project managers, site teams, and external stakeholders to meet schedule, budget, and quality targets.

The ideal candidate has a civil engineering background with 5+ years in project engineering or site supervision, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Project.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in project engineering or site supervision in infrastructure.
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles, construction methods, and materials.
• Proficiency with project management tools and contracts.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in planning and executing infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate and supervise site activities safely and to specifications.
• Review designs and drawings, providing technical support.
• Monitor progress and flag deviations; propose corrective actions.
• Manage project documentation: reports, permits, correspondence.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regs.
• Conduct site inspections and quality checks.
• Assist with cost control, resource allocation, and schedule management.
• Participate in project meetings and prepare technical reports.

Skills

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Project Engineer - Infrastructure to join our client in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will support planning, execution, and delivery of infrastructure projects, collaborating with project managers, site teams, and external stakeholders to meet schedule, budget, and quality targets.

The ideal candidate has a civil engineering background with 5+ years in project engineering or site supervision, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Project.