Lead Site Engineer - Civil

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Accommodation provided

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly skilled Lead Site Engineer (Civil) to join the on-site team in Centurion, Gauteng. The role oversees site engineers and crews to deliver projects per design, while ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

The successful candidate will manage day-to-day civil works, coordinate with project managers and subcontractors, review plans, and prepare progress and safety reports. A bachelor’s in civil engineering and 7+ years of site experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of site engineering experience in construction.
• Proven expertise in civil engineering principles, including structural analysis, soil mechanics, and surveying.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct daily on-site engineering operations, including setting out, levelling, and structural implementation.
• Ensure works follow approved plans, specs, and building codes.
• Monitor construction progress, quality control, and safety compliance; resolve technical challenges.
• Manage site resources including labor, materials, and equipment for cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and subcontractors to resolve design issues.
• Prepare regular site reports on progress, safety, and quality; document deviations.

Skills

Leadership

Site supervision

Team coordination

Quality control

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Site Engineer specializing in Civil Engineering to join their team in Centurion . This hands‑on role requires a proactive individual to supervise and manage on-site engineering activities, ensuring projects are completed according to design specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations. You will be responsible for the technical aspects of construction, guiding site engineers and construction crews to achieve project milestones efficiently and effectively. This is a critical on‑site position for a leader passionate about building and infrastructure development in the Gauteng region .

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct daily on-site engineering operations, including setting out, levelling, and structural implementation.
• Ensure all civil engineering works are carried out in strict accordance with approved plans, specifications, and relevant building codes.
• Monitor construction progress, quality control, and safety compliance, identifying and resolving technical challenges promptly.
• Manage site resources, including labor, materials, and equipment, ensuring optimal utilization and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, architects, and subcontractors to resolve design-related issues and ensure smooth project execution.
• Prepare regular site reports on progress, safety, and quality, documenting all activities and any deviations from the plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in site engineering or a similar role within the construction industry .
• Proven expertise in civil engineering principles, including structural analysis, soil mechanics, and surveying.
• Strong understanding of construction methods , materials, and equipment.
• Proficiency in CAD software and other relevant engineering design and analysis tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing company.
• Per diem and accommodation provided for site-based work.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment focused on delivering high-quality infrastructure.