Project Engineer

FACT; Thabazimbi; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A local engineering company in Limpopo is seeking a Project Engineer to manage engineering interfaces and project activities for a large-scale bulk water project. The ideal candidate needs a B Engineering degree and 8 years of relevant experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory position. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations and effective management of contracts and budgets.

Qualifications

• 8 years of 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 project planning and implementation.
• Oversee contracted service providers on site.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Participate in procurement and prepare cost reports.
• Manage project engineering risks within the EPWR framework.

Skills

Project management

Engineering interface management

Risk management

Budget management

Education

B Engineering degree

Job description

Project Engineer

Purpose of the role:

• Manage 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 integration with other disciplines within project objectives.
• Oversee contracted service providers on site.
• Ensure full compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction regulations.

Key performance areas:

1. Participate in procurement of professional services and construction contracts. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual forecast-based cost reports for internal and stakeholder reporting.
2. Manage engineering activities and interfaces within professional services and construction contracts. Oversee project change management processes against cost baselines and contractual commitments.
3. Ensure integrated engineering, environmental, and contractual solutions aligned with project objectives. Maintain high standards of cost reporting, accurately track and report changes, risks, and contingencies.
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 team members 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.