Junior Civil Engineer - Roads and Highways

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Mentorship program

Exposure to road projects

ECSA registration support

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a Junior Civil Engineer to join its roads and highways division. The role offers hands-on design, planning and supervision of road construction projects, with mentorship from senior engineers in a collaborative office environment.

You will gain experience in geometric design, quantity calculations, site investigations and technical reporting, supporting road teams on diverse projects across Limpopo, while developing practical engineering and project execution

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) required.
• 1–3 years in civil engineering, ideally with road design exposure.
• Familiarity with CAD tools (AutoCAD/Civil 3D) and basic surveying concepts.
• Solid understanding of road construction materials and methods.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in highway engineering.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in geometric design and drafting of roads and intersections.
• Perform quantity calculations and cost estimates for road elements.
• Support site investigations and data collection for road design.
• Prepare technical docs and reports under senior engineer guidance.
• Review construction methods and material compliance for highways.
• Collaborate with the team on project planning and coordination.

Skills

Communication & teamwork

Learning mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic Junior Civil Engineer to join their roads and highways division in Polokwane. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to gain hands‑on experience in the design, planning, and supervision of road construction projects. You will work closely with senior engineers, contributing to the development of critical transportation infrastructure in Limpopo. This role is office-based, providing a solid foundation in practical engineering and project execution within a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the geometric design and drafting of roads, intersections, and associated infrastructure.
• Perform quantity calculations and cost estimations for road construction elements.
• Support site investigations and data collection for road design purposes.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Gain experience in reviewing construction methods and material compliance for highway projects.
• Collaborate with the team on project planning and coordination activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of experience in civil engineering, preferably with exposure to road design .
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D) and basic surveying principles.
• Good understanding of road construction materials and methods.
• Strong desire to learn and develop expertise in highway engineering .
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and benefits package.
• Structured professional development and mentorship program.
• Exposure to a variety of challenging road construction projects .
• Opportunities for further training and professional registration (ECSA).
• A collaborative and encouraging team atmosphere in Polokwane.