Project Engineer

Future Africa Consulting (Pty)Ltd; Thabazimbi; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water engineering seeks a Project Engineer to manage engineering activities for the MCWAP-2A project. The successful candidate will oversee project interfaces, contract management, and ensure compliance with safety regulations while contributing to the successful execution of large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• 8 years experience in large-scale bulk water engineering projects.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory role managing contracts and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering interfaces during MCWAP-2A project planning and implementation.
• Prepare cost reports for internal and stakeholder reporting processes.
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Project Management

Contract Management

Risk Management

Education

B Engineering degree

Job description

Project Engineer

The purpose of this role, amongst others, is to :

• Manage the engineering interfaces during planning and implementation of the MCWAP-2A project.
• Execute project engineering activities in accordance with the project implementation methodology, approved designs, drawings, and specifications.
• Manage engineering activities and deliverables, ensuring their integration with other disciplines within project objectives.
• Manage contracted service providers on site.
• Ensure full compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction regulations.

Key performance areas

1. Participate in the procurement of professional services and construction contracts. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual forecast-based cost reports to support internal and stakeholder reporting processes.
2. Manage engineering activities and interfaces within professional services and construction contracts. Oversee project change management against cost baselines and contractual commitments.
3. Ensure integrated engineering, environmental, and contractual solutions align with project objectives. Maintain high standards of cost reporting, accurately tracking and reporting changes, risks, remaining contingencies, and risk allowances.
4. Manage project engineering risks within the EPWR framework.
5. Maintain and develop internal and external liaison.
6. Ensure the project team follows safe working practices and adheres to HSE plans and procedures.
7. Develop, mentor, and coach subordinates to ensure performance and achievement of project objectives.

Minimum requirements

• B Engineering degree.
• 8 years of experience in implementing large-scale bulk water engineering projects, including at least 3 years in a supervisory role managing contracts and budgets.