Junior Infrastructure Advisory Consultant

Zutari; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering consultancy in South Africa is seeking a Junior Infrastructure Advisory Consultant for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role involves conducting research and data analysis related to infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on GIS and data visualization skills. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and foundational analytical skills. Mentoring will be provided, fostering a collaborative learning environment.

Qualifications

• Degree relevant to infrastructure advisory fields.
• Experience with GIS software is preferred.
• Foundational analytical skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on infrastructure topics.
• Analyze datasets to derive insights.
• Support development of data analysis processes.
• Prepare clear visualizations and presentations.
• Collaborate with team members on projects.
• Engage in ongoing skills development.

Skills

GIS awareness

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

Degree in Geography, Planning, Environmental Science, or Data Science

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Power BI

Tableau

Python

Job description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years' experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people's lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Infrastructure Advisory at Zutari

Zutari’s Infrastructure Advisory team is a growing practice working across South Africa, Africa, and the Middle East. We support public and private sector clients to make informed, strategic decisions about infrastructure investments—helping them navigate complex trade-offs, unlock funding, and deliver on their mandates around sustainability, service delivery, and resilience.

Our team works across infrastructure sectors—roads, energy, water, solid waste, resources, and urban development—and plays a key role in shaping how infrastructure is planned, financed, procured, and managed. We combine systems thinking with data-driven analysis and a strong understanding of infrastructure economics to guide decision-making where it matters most.

We are now looking for a Consultant or Senior Consultant to join our team—someone who can bring maturity, technical acumen, and a willingness to contribute to building the future of our advisory practice.

Role Description

The candidate will join the team as a Junior Infrastructure Advisory Consultant on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role is intended to support the candidate’s development as an emerging data analyst, building on existing experience in GIS and a strong interest in infrastructure advisory.

The candidate will be responsible for conducting research, analysing datasets related to infrastructure projects (including spatial, financial, and performance data), and helping to generate insights that support strategic decision-making. A core part of the role will involve supporting the development of repeatable, structured approaches to data analysis—enabling the team to interrogate datasets, identify patterns, and draw meaningful conclusions.

While contributing to project work from the outset, the candidate will also be supported in learning and expanding their technical and analytical skillset, particularly in the use of tools such as Python, GIS software, spreadsheets, and visualisation platforms. The candidate is not expected to be an expert upon joining but is expected to bring foundational analytical skills, a proactive attitude, and a willingness to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct background research and desktop studies on infrastructure topics.
• Work with spatial, financial, and performance datasets to develop insights.
• Assist in the design and implementation of data analysis processes and workflows.
• Support the preparation of clear and compelling outputs, including visualisations, summaries, and presentations.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver on project objectives.
• Engage in ongoing learning and skill development throughout the contract period.

Experience and Tools

The candidate is expected to bring:

• A degree in Geography, Planning, Environmental Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• Experience with or awareness of GIS software such as ArcGIS or QGIS, and a willingness to get well aquainted with spatial data analysis
• Foundational data analysis skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• An interest in building skills in tools such as Python, Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with additional platforms or coding languages (e.g. SQL, R) is advantageous but not required.

Contract Terms and Development Opportunity

This position is offered as a 6-month fixed-term contract. Toward the end of the contract, a review will be conducted to assess performance and alignment with future project needs, with the possibility of contract extension or permanent engagement based on mutual interest.

The candidate will be joining a collaborative, multidisciplinary team and will be provided with mentoring and support to build capability in infrastructure advisory and data-driven decision-making.

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.