Remote Civil Engineer - Water Resource Management Specialist

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work benefits

Medical and retirement options

Professional development funding

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Remote Civil Engineer with expertise in Water Resource Management to join our geographically diverse team, based remotely from Upington, Northern Cape. This role focuses on developing sustainable strategies and designing resilient water infrastructure for supply, flood control, and environmental protection.

You will conduct hydrological modeling, water systems planning, and design related infrastructure, collaborating virtually with project teams,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources or Hydrology.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA.
• Minimum 8 years' experience in water resource engineering and management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrological studies and develop water resource management plans.
• Design and engineer water infrastructure, including dams, reservoirs, pipelines, and flood control systems.
• Perform hydraulic modeling to optimize water resource allocation and system efficiency.
• Assess environmental impacts and develop mitigation strategies for water-related projects.
• Collaborate remotely with project managers, environmental scientists, and government bodies on policy and implementation.
• Ensure designs comply with environmental legislation and water quality standards.

Skills

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Master's in Civil Engineering (Water Resources/Hydrology)

Pr Eng registration with ECSA

Tools

HEC-RAS

SWMM

MIKE FLOOD

Job description

Our client is seeking an accomplished Remote Civil Engineer with expertise in Water Resource Management to join their geographically diverse team, based remotely from Upington, Northern Cape. This role is crucial for developing sustainable strategies and designing resilient infrastructure for water supply, flood control, and environmental protection. You will engage in advanced hydrological modeling, water systems planning, and the design of associated infrastructure, collaborating virtually with project teams, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies. This is an exceptional opportunity for a forward-thinking engineer to shape water management solutions from a remote location, contributing to environmental sustainability and community resilience. Your deep understanding of water systems and commitment to sustainable practices will be highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrological studies and develop water resource management plans.
• Design and engineer water infrastructure, including dams, reservoirs, pipelines, and flood control systems.
• Perform hydraulic modeling and analysis to optimize water resource allocation and system efficiency.
• Assess environmental impacts and develop mitigation strategies for water-related projects.
• Collaborate remotely with project managers, environmental scientists, and government bodies on policy and implementation.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant environmental legislation and water quality standards.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources or Hydrology.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in water resource engineering and management .
• Proficiency in hydrological and hydraulic modeling software (e.g., HEC-RAS, SWMM, MIKE FLOOD).
• Strong knowledge of South African water laws and environmental regulations.
• Excellent remote communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work benefits.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement planning options.
• Funding for professional development and advanced training courses.
• Flexible working hours to enhance work-life integration.
• Opportunity to contribute to vital water resource projects affecting communities and ecosystems from anywhere.