Principal Civil Engineer (Project Leader/Contracts

iX engineers (Pty) Ltd.; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Pretoria is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to provide specialist engineering and project management services. The successful candidate will oversee transportation projects, develop client relationships, and mentor junior engineers. Exceptional communication and leadership skills, along with a strong background in transportation engineering, are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• B.Eng degree, postgraduate preferred.
• Pr.Eng registration with ECSA is mandatory.
• At least 15 years of management and technical experience in transportation engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction and project management control on transportation projects.
• Build relationships with key clients and market transportation capabilities.
• Mentor team members and lead project teams effectively.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

B.Eng degree

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

Job Advertisement: Principal Civil Engineer (Project Leader/Contracts Engineer)

Pretoria Office

Department: Transport

Contract Type: Permanent

To provide discipline-specific, specialist engineering and project management services to iX engineers and its clients, aligning with the broader iX engineers' business goals, values, and vision.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Business Development and Support

• Build relationships with key clients to secure new business.
• Market the transportation engineering capability for the Pretoria location as well as nationally and internationally.
• Provide specialist technical transportation advice to clients and colleagues across Africa.

Internal Project Management, Health and Safety, Administration and Quality Management Procedures

• Ensure compliance with company procedures in project registration and risk analysis.
• Maintain an auditable trail of actions throughout the project delivery lifecycle in accordance with Quality Management Procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety requirements both in the office and on construction sites.

Project Delivery

• Provide technical direction and project management control on transportation projects involving roads, stormwater, bridges, and multidisciplinary aspects.
• Offer expertise in transportation master planning, road design, and evaluation of existing infrastructure.
• Prepare and review technical reports and designs, develop standards, and facilitate tender processes.
• Manage the design, procurement, and construction phases of projects, ensuring technical and financial objectives are met.
• Contribute to tender drafting and multi-disciplinary water engineering projects.

Training and Mentoring

• Engage in continuous professional development to maintain registration.
• Mentor and lead team members and junior engineers/technologists/technicians.

Leadership and Relations

• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Provide leadership on projects and manage project teams effectively.
• Develop and review technical standards and templates.

Education, Language & Qualifications

• B.Eng degree, with a postgraduate qualification preferred.
• Pr.Eng registration with ECSA is mandatory.

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• At least 15 years of management, technical, and practical experience.
• Deep knowledge of transportation engineering and related disciplines.
• Familiarity with local and international standards and regulations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, project management, and leadership skills.