Municipal Water Projects Engineer | Public Infra Impact

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Career advancement

Exposure to diverse municipal projects

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Project Engineer for municipal water and wastewater infrastructure in Paarl, Western Cape. The role centers on managing project lifecycle from planning to close-out, coordinating design, procurement, construction and commissioning.

You will monitor progress, ensure schedules/budgets, and liaise with municipal officials, contractors and consultants while upholding safety and quality standards. On-site, with travel to sites in the Western Cape as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) or Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr Tech Eng) registration with ECSA.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management or project engineering for municipal infrastructure.
• Experience managing construction projects and working with contractors.
• Familiarity with municipal procurement processes and public sector projects.
• Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes and distribution/collection systems.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and standard office applications.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle for municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects, from planning through to close-out.
• Coordinate project activities, including design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Monitor project progress, timelines, and budget adherence, reporting regularly to management and clients.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, building codes, and environmental regulations.
• Liaise effectively with municipal officials, contractors, consultants, and community members.
• Oversee site operations, conduct inspections, and resolve on-site technical issues.
• Review contractor submittals, designs, and payment applications.
• Manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure health and safety protocols are strictly followed on all project sites.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Project Engineer for municipal water and wastewater infrastructure in Paarl, Western Cape. The role centers on managing project lifecycle from planning to close-out, coordinating design, procurement, construction and commissioning.

You will monitor progress, ensure schedules/budgets, and liaise with municipal officials, contractors and consultants while upholding safety and quality standards. On-site, with travel to sites in the Western Cape as needed.