Lead Civil Engineer - Infrastructure Leader, Sandton

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Career development / training

International project exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Civil Engineer to drive major infrastructure projects from our Sandton office. The role requires exceptional technical expertise, leadership, and strategic oversight of design teams and client relationships.

You will oversee planning, design and execution of diverse projects, ensuring compliance with SA standards and environmental requirements, while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration as Pr. Eng. with ECSA is mandatory.
• 10–15 years of progressive civil engineering experience with leadership roles.
• Experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects (roads, drainage, site works).
• Proficient in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, HEC-RAS; knowledge of SA standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and execution of civil projects in Sandton, Gauteng.
• Manage project teams with resource allocation and timelines.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Perform engineering analyses, feasibility studies, and site investigations.
• Ensure designs comply with SANS, municipal regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Liaise with clients, authorities, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Review and approve drawings, calculations, and reports.
• Oversee construction phase with quality assurance.
• Assist with business development and client relationship management.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relationship management

Communication

Mentorship

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

HEC-RAS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Civil Engineer to drive major infrastructure projects from our Sandton office. The role requires exceptional technical expertise, leadership, and strategic oversight of design teams and client relationships.

You will oversee planning, design and execution of diverse projects, ensuring compliance with SA standards and environmental requirements, while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with stakeholders.