Principal Civil Engineer (Stormwater modelling and water urban design)

Hire Resolve; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Hire Resolve is representing a client in Pretoria seeking a Principal Civil Engineer with expertise in stormwater modelling and urban water design. The role focuses on delivering engineering solutions for water and urban infrastructure projects.

The candidate should have a strong track record in hydraulic modelling (1D/2D) and geospatial analysis, with excellent communication and client management skills. Willingness to travel for short-term visits may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in civil engineering with relevant registration.
• Professional registration with the ECSA is required.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in stormwater modelling and urban water design.

Responsibilities

• Lead urban stormwater management and flood risk assessments.
• Perform hydraulic analysis and design urban water solutions.
• Apply WSUD concepts and nature-based solutions in projects.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings clearly to stakeholders.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and client relationships.

Skills

Stormwater modelling

Hydraulic analysis

Project management

Client relationships

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Stormwater modelling software

Geospatial analysis tools

2D/3D hydraulic modelling tools

Job description

Job Title: Principal Civil Engineer - Stormwater Modelling and Urban Water Design
Location: Pretoria, South Africa

Hire Resolve's client is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Civil Engineer to join their team in Pretoria. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth of a senior engineer and the chance to work on challenging projects in stormwater modelling and water urban design. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design and delivery of engineering solutions for water and urban infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities:

• Proficient in urban stormwater management, flood risk assessments, hydraulic analysis, and the design of urban water engineering solutions.
• Specific expertise in urban flood modeling and analysis, open channel flow hydraulics, flood protection and erosion control measures, stormwater design, and master planning.
• Experience in and an understanding of the importance of nature-based solutions for enhancing flood resilience and adaptation.
• Excellent skills in writing technical reports, including the ability to clearly communicate complex information, analyze data effectively, and present findings in a comprehensive and organized manner.
• Highly effective in planning and managing time to ensure efficient completion of tasks and projects.
• Exhibits strong interpersonal and networking skills, fostering positive and collaborative relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders, ultimately contributing to a thriving and productive work environment.
• An understanding of Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) as an engineering design approach that integrates various elements of the urban water cycle.
• Extensive experience in hydrological and hydraulic modeling (1D and 2D) and geospatial analysis software.
• Strong project management skills, including financial and time management, people management, and experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) in a consulting environment.
• Occasional short-term project visits to African and Middle Eastern countries may be required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (BSc/BEng) in Civil Engineering or related field minimum but Master's degree is preferred
• Professional registration with the ECSA
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in stormwater modelling and water urban design or related fields
• Advanced knowledge of industry software for stormwater modelling and analysis
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Experience in preparing and reviewing technical reports and specifications

• Salary: negotiable.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.