Remote Civil Engineer - Infrastructure

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Continuous professional development

Impactful infrastructure projects

Collaborative remote team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Civil Engineer to join a leading South African infrastructure firm. The role focuses on design, planning, and oversight of roads, water systems, and public works from any location in South Africa.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, ECSA registration, and 7+ years of relevant experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS. Strong collaboration and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr. Eng. or TechniEng) is required.
• 7+ years of experience in civil engineering with a focus on infrastructure construction projects.
• Proficiency in civil engineering design software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS).
• Strong knowledge of geotechnical principles, hydrology, and structural analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work remotely and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Design plans for roads, bridges, water and sanitation systems.
• Conduct site assessments, feasibility studies, and environmental impact assessments for construction projects.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and drawings using relevant software.
• Ensure designs comply with standards, codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and stakeholders for successful execution.
• Oversee construction phase, providing technical guidance and adherence to specs.
• Analyze data and use modeling software to optimize designs.
• Manage timelines and budgets for civil engineering aspects of construction.
• Stay up-to-date with new technologies in civil engineering and construction.
• Assist in procurement, including bid reviews and contractor selection.

Skills

Civil design

Remote collaboration

Project management

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

GIS software

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished engineering firm specializing in infrastructure development, is actively seeking a highly competent Remote Civil Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role is entirely remote, offering the flexibility to work from any location within South Africa. The Civil Engineer will focus on the design, planning, and oversight of various infrastructure projects, including roads, water systems, and public works. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, a passion for sustainable development, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a distributed team. This is a remarkable opportunity to contribute to essential **construction** and infrastructure projects remotely, impacting communities from **Soweto**, Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop plans for infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, water supply, and sanitation systems.
• Conduct site assessments, feasibility studies, and environmental impact assessments for **construction** projects.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and engineering drawings using relevant software.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant engineering standards, building codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Oversee the **construction** phase, providing technical guidance and ensuring adherence to design specifications.
• Analyze data and use modeling software to optimize design solutions for infrastructure projects.
• Manage project timelines and budgets for civil engineering aspects of **construction**.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and methodologies in civil engineering and **construction**.
• Assist in the procurement process, including review of bids and contractor selection.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr. Eng. or TechniEng) is required.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in civil engineering, with a focus on infrastructure **construction** projects.
• Proficiency in civil engineering design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS software).
• Strong understanding of geotechnical principles, hydrology, and structural analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, essential for a remote role.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.
• Experience in project management methodologies is a plus.
• Knowledge of South African **construction** and infrastructure regulations.

Benefits

• Fully remote working arrangement offering exceptional flexibility.
• Competitive annual salary of R .
• Opportunity to work on impactful and large-scale **construction** infrastructure projects.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Contribute to the development of vital infrastructure across South Africa.
• Supportive and collaborative remote team environment.