LEAD ENGINEER : WATER AND SANITATION, PRETORIA-GAUTENG

Innovazi Consulting; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Pretoria is seeking a seasoned civil engineer to manage water and sanitation projects. The role requires a BSc/BEng in Civil Engineering and at least 10 years of consulting experience. Responsibilities include project management, client liaison, and supervising junior staff. Candidates must be registered professionals and willing to travel across Africa. This position offers a challenging role in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ post-graduate experience in consulting engineering.
• Experience with FIDIC and/or NEC contracts.
• Willing and able to travel locally and across Africa.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and manage water and sanitation projects.
• Monitor construction and site implementation.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Civil Engineering expertise

Strong administrative and management skills

Communication and teamwork abilities

Proficient in design software

Detail-oriented and accurate

Education

BSc / BEng or BTech / BEng Tech in Civil Engineering

Professional registration: Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng

Master’s degree in Civil or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Project

Civil 3D

EPANET

Job description

SUMMARY :

REPORTING DIRECTLY TO THE DIVISION HEAD : WATER AND SANITATION

POSITION INFO :

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• BSc / BEng or BTech / BEng Tech in Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration: Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng.
• Master’s degree in Civil or related field (advantageous).
• Minimum 10 years’ post-graduate experience in consulting engineering.
• Strong administrative and management skills.
• Experience with FIDIC and / or contracts; NEC exposure is a plus.
• Expertise in bulk water and sanitation infrastructure design and project management.
• Skilled in infrastructure planning and implementation.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, MS Project, EPANET, Civil 3D or similar design software.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Capable of independent task management.
• Detail-oriented, accurate under pressure, and deadline-driven.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

• Willing and able to travel locally and across Africa as needed.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, design, and manage water and sanitation projects across all six ECSA stages.
• Procure and manage specialist sub-service providers.
• Monitor construction and site implementation (part-time / full-time).
• Prepare tender documentation and manage procurement.
• Administer contracts as required.
• Support feasibility studies, proposals, and business plans.
• Design water supply and sanitation infrastructure (pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs).
• Mentor and supervise junior staff.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders.
• Contribute to tender documents and technical reports.
• Support contract administration and construction monitoring.
• Promote continuous professional development.
• Prepare business plans for DWS, GOGTA (MIG), and other bodies.
• Submit RFPs, EOIs, panel applications, and tenders.
• Stay updated on water & sanitation technology and research.
• Coordinate technical drawings, design, and reporting inputs.
• Ensure compliance with ISO9001:2015 Quality Management System, Business Management System (BMS), and Project Management Online Guide (PMOG).
• Meet objectives reviewed during annual staff appraisal.