Remote Civil Engineer - Infrastructure Design Lead

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Remote work stipend

Global health insurance

Retirement planning

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to serve as an Infrastructure Design Lead, operating remotely. This senior role leads the design process for major civil projects, mentors a distributed team, and sets design standards to deliver sustainable, innovative solutions.

You will collaborate with project managers, clients, and regulators across geographies, review designs and technical docs, and drive high-level engineering excellence from a home office.

Qualifications

• Pr.Eng registration with ECSA or equivalent.
• 12+ years of progressive civil design and leadership experience.
• Proven remote team leadership experience.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of major civil infrastructure projects (roads, utilities, site development).
• Mentor a distributed team of civil engineers and designers.
• Develop and implement design best practices, quality controls and standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients and regulators for project success.
• Review and approve engineering designs, calculations and documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team management

Education

Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng) registration

Tools

Civil design software

Project management tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Civil Engineer to serve as an Infrastructure Design Lead, operating entirely remotely. This senior role involves leading the design process for a variety of complex infrastructure projects, managing design teams, and ensuring the delivery of innovative and sustainable solutions. You will be instrumental in setting design standards, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with stakeholders across different geographies. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to take on a leadership position within a progressive, remote-first organization, driving impactful engineering projects from the comfort of their home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of major civil infrastructure projects, including roads, utilities, and site development.
• Manage and mentor a distributed team of civil engineers and designers.
• Develop and implement design best practices, quality control procedures, and technical standards.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, clients, and regulatory authorities to ensure project success.
• Review and approve engineering designs, calculations, and technical documentation.

Requirements

• Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng) registration with ECSA or equivalent international body.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering design and project leadership.
• Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams, preferably in a remote setting.
• Expertise in relevant design software and project management tools.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package, including substantial bonuses.
• Fully remote work setup with a generous home office stipend.
• Comprehensive global health insurance and retirement planning.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and industry recognition.
• Lead challenging and high-profile infrastructure projects from a virtual environment.