Lead Civil Design Engineer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Civil Design Engineer to join our client’s team on a fully remote basis. The role demands strategic thinking, technical oversight, and the ability to lead design teams on major civil infrastructure projects.

You will mentor engineers, guide design processes, ensure quality and regulatory compliance, and collaborate with clients and regulators to deliver safe, sustainable outcomes from a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years in civil design with 3+ in leadership.
• Registered with ECSA as Pr Eng or Pr Tech.
• Strong experience with BIM and civil design software.
• Excellent remote collaboration and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of large-scale civil infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineers and drafters.
• Develop and review design standards and best practices.
• Perform complex calculations for structural integrity.
• Coordinate with clients, regulators, and other disciplines.
• Oversee tender documents, drawings, and specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Remote collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

BIM software

Civil design software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Lead Civil Design Engineer to join their team on a fully remote basis. This senior role requires a strategic thinker with a proven ability to lead design teams and deliver complex civil infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for technical oversight, guiding design processes, and ensuring that all projects meet stringent quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to shape major infrastructure developments from a remote setting, influencing project outcomes and mentoring a talented group of engineers, all within a forward-thinking organization that champions remote work and fosters engineering excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualization and detailed design of large-scale civil infrastructure projects, including transportation networks, water management systems, and site development.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of civil engineers and drafters.
• Develop and review design standards, guidelines, and best practices for the organization.
• Conduct complex engineering calculations and analyses to ensure structural integrity and functionality.
• Coordinate with clients, regulatory bodies, and other disciplines to ensure design compliance and project success.
• Oversee the preparation of tender documents, construction drawings, and specifications.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in civil design, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Professional registration with ECSA as a Pr Eng or Pr Tech is essential.
• Extensive experience with advanced civil design software and BIM technologies.
• Proven ability to manage technical aspects of multi-disciplinary projects.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, adapted for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits package.
• Full remote work flexibility with opportunities for international project involvement.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Access to state-of-the-art design tools and professional development resources.
• The chance to lead impactful projects that shape communities.