Lead Civil Engineer

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Health + retirement benefits

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Civil Engineer to guide design teams and manage large-scale infrastructure projects in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role covers technical oversight, planning, and client liaison to deliver projects from conception to completion.

The ideal candidate has a Pr Eng registration, 10+ years of experience, and strong leadership and communication skills to drive innovation and excellence on major civil initiatives in the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in civil engineering and project management.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Expert knowledge of geotechnical engineering, structural analysis, and hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of civil engineers and technicians.
• Oversee the design, planning, and execution of major civil engineering projects.
• Ensure all projects comply with relevant regulations, codes, and quality standards.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources effectively.
• Liaise with clients, government agencies, and stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Review and approve engineering designs, calculations, and reports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Geotechnical engineering

Structural analysis

Hydraulics

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Civil Engineer to join their prominent construction firm in Vereeniging . This senior role involves leading design teams, managing complex civil engineering projects, and ensuring the successful execution of infrastructure development from conception to completion. You will be responsible for technical oversight, project planning, resource management, and client liaison, playing a critical role in shaping the built environment. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proven leader to drive innovation and excellence in civil engineering projects across the Gauteng region, working on projects that have a lasting community impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of civil engineers and technicians.
• Oversee the design, planning, and execution of major civil engineering projects .
• Ensure all projects comply with relevant regulations, codes, and quality standards .
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources effectively.
• Liaise with clients, government agencies, and stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Review and approve engineering designs , calculations, and reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering .
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in civil engineering and project management.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills .
• Expert knowledge of geotechnical engineering , structural analysis, and hydraulics.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonus structure.
• Opportunity to lead landmark projects in Vereeniging and surrounding areas.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Generous professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• A collaborative and innovative work culture focused on engineering excellence.