Project Engineer - Water Resources

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Sustainable development focus

Job summary

Placements24’s client in Richards Bay is seeking an experienced Project Engineer specializing in Water Resources to lead and deliver water, wastewater and stormwater projects. This role requires hands-on site oversight and strong technical and project management skills.

The ideal candidate holds a Civil or Environmental Engineering degree with a Water Resources focus, at least five years of related experience, and a proven track record in complex water infrastructure projects and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a focus on Water Resources.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in water resource project management and design.
• Proven track record of managing complex water infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with water quality testing, hydrological modeling, and treatment technologies.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations related to water management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, design, and implementation of water resource management projects.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively to ensure project delivery.
• Conduct feasibility studies and environmental impact assessments for water infrastructure projects.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory bodies, and construction teams to ensure project objectives are met.
• Develop technical solutions for water treatment, distribution, and wastewater systems.
• Ensure all projects comply with environmental regulations and engineering standards.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Hydrological modeling

Water treatment knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (Water Resources focus)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Engineer specializing in Water Resources to join their team in Richards Bay. You will manage and execute diverse water-related projects, ensuring efficient and sustainable solutions for water supply, wastewater treatment, and stormwater management. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and on-site presence to oversee critical infrastructure developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, design, and implementation of water resource management projects.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively to ensure project delivery.
• Conduct feasibility studies and environmental impact assessments for water infrastructure projects.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory bodies, and construction teams to ensure project objectives are met.
• Develop technical solutions for water treatment, distribution, and wastewater systems.
• Ensure all projects comply with relevant environmental regulations and engineering standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a focus on Water Resources.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in water resource project management and design.
• Proven track record of managing complex water infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with water quality testing, hydrological modeling, and treatment technologies.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations related to water management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package including performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunity to lead significant water infrastructure projects in the region.
• Professional development and training programs.
• A dynamic work environment focused on sustainable development.