Junior Civil Engineer - Site Supervision

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Mentorship from experienced pros inBlo

Exposure to varied civil projects

Medical aid and provident fund

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Junior Civil Engineer to join the construction team. You will gain hands-on experience in site supervision, quality control, and project coordination for various civil projects.

This entry-level role supports engineers and site managers while learning to interpret drawings and manage site activities safely. The position offers mentorship from experienced professionals, exposure to diverse civil projects in the Free State, and opportunities to develop

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 0-3 years of experience in civil engineering, with a focus on site works or construction.
• Familiarity with reading engineering drawings; good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of construction activities on-site to ensure adherence to project plans and specifications.
• Conduct quality control inspections and report on site progress and potential issues.
• Help manage site logistics, including material delivery and equipment utilization.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical documents.
• Ensure compliance with site safety regulations and assist in safety briefings.
• Support senior engineers in resolving site-related technical challenges.

Skills

Reading drawings

Communication & teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and diligent Junior Civil Engineer to join their construction team in Bloemfontein . In this role, you will gain hands‑on experience in site supervision, quality control, and project coordination for various civil engineering projects. You will work closely with senior engineers and site managers, learning to interpret drawings, manage site activities, and ensure work is completed safely and according to specifications. This is an excellent entry‑level position for a recent graduate eager to build a solid foundation in practical civil engineering applications and contribute to infrastructure development in the Free State province.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of construction activities on‑site to ensure adherence to project plans and specifications.
• Conduct quality control inspections and report on site progress and potential issues.
• Help manage site logistics, including material delivery and equipment utilization.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical documents.
• Ensure compliance with site safety regulations and assist in safety briefings.
• Support senior engineers in resolving site‑related technical challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 0-3 years of experience in civil engineering, with a focus on site works or construction.
• Basic understanding of construction methods and materials.
• Familiarity with reading engineering drawings.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Eagerness to learn and develop practical engineering skills.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and opportunities for salary progression.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship from experienced professionals in Bloemfontein .
• Exposure to a variety of civil engineering projects.
• Contribution to medical aid and provident fund.
• Supportive team environment focused on career development.