Principal Civil Engineer

Tumaini Consulting; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in South Africa seeks a visionary Principal Civil Engineer to lead water infrastructure projects. The role requires a minimum of 8 years of experience in the water/wastewater sector and offers an opportunity to shape innovative, sustainable solutions while mentoring project teams. If you're ready to make an impact, we invite you to connect.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years experience in water/wastewater infrastructure in public and private sectors.
• Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Comprehensive knowledge of water governance, utility models, and infrastructure finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex water infrastructure projects from design through to delivery.
• Provide strategic and technical leadership.
• Mentor project teams and drive innovation across initiatives.

Skills

Risk management

Planning

Execution

Client engagement

Business development

Education

ECSA registration

Job description

Were on the lookout for a visionary Principal Civil Engineer to lead complex water infrastructure projects from design through to delivery.

In this senior role, youll provide strategic and technical leadership, mentor project teams, and drive innovation across multiple initiatives.

Your expertise in risk management, planning, and execution will be key to delivering impactful, sustainable solutions.

If you're ready to shape the future of water infrastructure, wed love to connect with you!

• Professionally registered with ECSA
• Minimum of 8 years experience in water / wastewater infrastructure in both the public and private sector
• Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary project teams
• Comprehensive knowledge of water governance, utility models, infrastructure finance and regulatory compliance, with demonstrated ability to apply this experience
• Strong experience and proven track record in client engagement, business development, and risk management (technical and commercial)