Remote Civil Engineer - Project Delivery

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Civil Engineer to lead and deliver civil projects across a distributed team. The role requires taking ownership of planning, execution, and documentation while ensuring adherence to safety standards, budgets, and quality.

You will collaborate with internal teams and external contractors to drive timely delivery from planning through completion. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Pr.Eng registration, and at least 6 years of project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Pr.Eng registration with ECSA is mandatory.
• Minimum 6 years of civil engineering project delivery experience.
• Experience with roads, earthworks, utilities is preferred.
• Strong project management and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee civil projects from planning to completion.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors and stakeholders.
• Manage project documentation and reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety, standards and budgets.
• Proactively address risks and implement mitigations.

Skills

Project management

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering

Pr.Eng Registration

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively recruiting a Remote Civil Engineer to join their innovative and fully remote team, focusing on project delivery. This position is integral to overseeing and executing various civil engineering projects, ensuring they meet quality, safety, and budget requirements. You will be responsible for managing project lifecycles, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring seamless execution from planning through to completion, all within a remote work framework. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a strong background in civil engineering and excellent communication skills suited for a distributed workforce. Embrace the opportunity to shape impactful projects from anywhere in the country, supported by a company that champions remote work flexibility and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the execution of civil engineering projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.
• Coordinate with internal teams, external contractors, and stakeholders to facilitate project progress.
• Manage project documentation, including progress reports, permits, and completion records.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant engineering standards, safety regulations, and environmental policies.
• Identify and proactively address project risks and challenges.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among all project participants using virtual tools.
• Review and approve technical designs and construction plans as required.
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Assist in the development of project proposals and cost estimations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the project delivery process.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in civil engineering, with a strong focus on project delivery and execution.
• Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng) registration with ECSA is required.
• Proven experience managing aspects of civil infrastructure projects (e.g., roads, earthworks, utilities).
• Proficiency in project management software and collaboration platforms.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, adept at remote interaction.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of project tasks.
• Experience with construction supervision is an advantage.
• Must be comfortable working remotely and possess a reliable home office setup.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering ultimate flexibility.
• Exposure to diverse and challenging civil engineering projects.
• Reimbursement for home office expenses and professional development.
• A collaborative and supportive remote work environment.
• Opportunities for career growth and skill enhancement.
• Generous annual leave and company-provided benefits.