Remote Civil Engineer - Structural Design Lead

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Home office setup allowance

Professional development

Access to software licenses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Structural Design Lead for a fully remote role serving projects across South Africa, including Bloemfontein. You will lead teams in design and execution of complex structural projects, providing expert technical oversight from concept to completion.

The ideal candidate holds a structural engineering degree, Pr.Eng registration, 10+ years of experience, and proficiency in ETABS, SAP2000, and Revit Structure, with strong leadership and remote collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Structural Engineering.
• 10+ years of progressive structural engineering design and project leadership.
• Pr.Eng registration with ECSA is mandatory.
• Experience leading distributed engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design process for a variety of projects, ensuring high standards of technical excellence.
• Oversee and mentor a distributed team of structural engineers, fostering collaboration and skill development.
• Conduct advanced structural analysis and design, including seismic and dynamic load considerations.
• Review and approve structural drawings, calculations, and specifications submitted by the team.
• Liaise with clients, project managers, and other disciplines to ensure seamless project coordination.
• Implement and promote best practices in structural engineering and project management.

Skills

Structural design

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Communication

Project oversight

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

Revit Structure

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished and highly motivated Structural Design Lead for a fully remote position, serving projects across South Africa, including those in Bloemfontein . In this senior role, you will lead teams in the design and execution of complex structural engineering projects, ensuring excellence in technical delivery and client satisfaction. You will leverage cutting-edge technology and best practices to guide project development from concept to completion, providing expert technical oversight and mentorship. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to shape structural engineering outcomes without the constraints of a physical office location.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design process for a variety of projects, ensuring high standards of technical excellence.
• Oversee and mentor a distributed team of structural engineers, fostering collaboration and skill development.
• Conduct advanced structural analysis and design, including seismic and dynamic load considerations.
• Review and approve structural drawings, calculations, and specifications submitted by the team.
• Liaise with clients, project managers, and other disciplines to ensure seamless project coordination.
• Implement and promote best practices in structural engineering and project management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Structural Engineering .
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in structural engineering design and project leadership.
• Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng) registration with ECSA is mandatory.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and managing project lifecycles.
• Expert proficiency in advanced structural analysis and design software (e.g., ETABS, SAP2000, Revit Structure).
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and remote collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package for remote employees.
• Significant influence on major structural engineering projects nationwide.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and software licenses.