Lead Engineer : Bridges

Mass Staffing Projects; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A large consulting company is seeking a Lead Engineer: Bridges in Johannesburg. The successful candidate will manage the design and oversight of bridge projects, ensuring compliance with standards. Key qualifications include a BSc/BTech in Civil Engineering and at least 10 years' experience. This role offers significant growth potential and involves technical leadership, project management, and direct client engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in consulting engineering industry.
• Post Graduate experience of at least 5-10 years in bridge design.
• COTO Certified Bridge inspector required.

Responsibilities

• Support marketing, business development in Bridges sector.
• Conduct research and compile technical data for proposals.
• Manage Engineers, Technologists, and Technicians throughout project phases.

Skills

Bridge Design

Structural Steel Design

Reinforced Concrete Design

MS Office Suite

AutoCAD

Project Management

Business Development

Education

BSc / BTech Civil Engineering

Professional registration as a Pr Eng or Pr Tech

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Midas

Job description

Job Description

A large consulting company with offices across South Africa is looking for a Lead Engineer: Bridges to join their offices in Johannesburg. This is a fantastic growth opportunity for the right candidate.

Minimum requirements :

• BSc / BTech Civil engineering with Professional registration as a Pr Eng or Pr Tech. Master’s degree in Civil Engineering would be advantageous.
• COTO Certified Bridge inspector.
• At least 10 years’ experience in the consulting engineering industry.
• Post Graduate experience of at least 5-10 years in the design of large Bridges, Freeway interchanges and related transportation structures.
• Has independently designed bridges and assumed a bridge engineer’s role.
• Familiar with Bridge Design Standards of SANRAL and Local Government Departments.
• Sound knowledge of both Structural Steel and Reinforced Concrete Bridge Design.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, MS Projects, AutoCAD, CADS RC, Revit, Prokon, Midas, and other relevant design software.
• Extensive experience with NEC, FIDIC, JBCC, and GCC contracts is advantageous.
• Administrative and human resource management experience.
• Experience in business development activities within the industry.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally and across the continent for extended periods as required.

Your responsibilities will include :

• Providing support and involvement in marketing, business development, and management of the Bridges and Transportation Structures area for the business unit, in support of the Executive Manager.
• Participating in professional organizations for marketing, industry recognition, and networking.
• Conducting research, compiling relevant data, evaluating technical and financial aspects, and preparing cost estimates and budget quotations for structural engineering proposals.
• Managing Engineers, Technologists, Technicians, and site staff throughout the planning, design, tender, implementation, and close-out stages of various projects.
• Carrying out research and feasibility studies.
• Leading specific areas within the Bridges and Transportation Structures business unit.
• Overseeing all technical aspects, including investigation, design, field assessments, tender documentation, and cost estimates.
• Preparing technical reports and design reports.
• Staying updated with technological developments and research in the field.
• Coordinating and supervising the production of technical drawings, designs, and reports by supporting staff.
• Engaging with clients through meetings and reporting.
• Regularly liaising and reporting to the Executive Manager: Structures.
• Managing the technical outputs and performance of direct reports.
• Supervising and mentoring graduate engineers, technologists, and technicians.
• Ensuring compliance with ISO9001:2015, Business Management System, and the Project Management Online Guide.
• Preparing proposals, expressions of interest, panel applications, tenders, and generating work for the company.
• Procurement and management of specialist sub-service providers.
• Managing projects, monitoring performance, and ensuring profitability.
• Overseeing construction monitoring and site work, as required.
• Preparing tender documentation and managing contractor procurement.
• Contract administration as needed.

Note: This job posting is active; no indication of expiration was found.