Mechanical Project Engineer: Lead-Edge Projects & Growth

Kirby Group Engineering; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby Group Engineering is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to oversee engineering activities on a construction project. You will coordinate the technical design with onsite installation through to commissioning, ensuring alignment with Kirby's vision and ISMS.

You will work with a vibrant, agile, multi-disciplinary team, review design specs, prepare drawings, and contribute to safety, quality and timely delivery across projects in South Africa and international markets.

Responsibilities

• Collate all design documents and drawings.
• Attend project handover meetings.
• Evaluate value engineering or cost saving opportunities.
• Prepare coordinated drawings covering mechanical, electrical, sprinkler, structural and architectural elements.
• Review design specifications and ensure compliance of drawings and submittals.
• Assist in weekly progress reports.
• Assist in technical submittals.
• Process requisitions and generate purchase orders.
• Verify receipt of equipment and materials on site.
• Clarify design queries via RFI system.
• Understand project commercial fundamentals including profit plans and variations.
• Liaise with design team, contractors and in-house team on technical and commercial issues.
• Attend technical meetings with design team, contractors and in-house project team.
• Maintain document control using File Key.
• Prepare method statements and risk assessments.
• Organise and assess sub-contractor work.
• Carry out quality control through inspections and snagging including P&ID walkdowns and layout drawings.
• Populate test packs and track them.
• Maintain information security per Kirby ISMS.

Job description

Kirby Group Engineering is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to oversee engineering activities on a construction project. You will coordinate the technical design with onsite installation through to commissioning, ensuring alignment with Kirby's vision and ISMS.

You will work with a vibrant, agile, multi-disciplinary team, review design specs, prepare drawings, and contribute to safety, quality and timely delivery across projects in South Africa and international markets.