Remote Civil Engineering Project Lead

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonus

Fully remote

Growth opportunities

Health + retirement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Civil Engineering Project Lead to join a fully remote team. You will manage and drive diverse civil projects from anywhere, ensuring client satisfaction, timelines, and budgets. Collaboration with a distributed team and stakeholders is essential.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in civil project management, professional registration (Pr Eng), and excellent virtual communication and leadership skills to guide remote teams and external consultants.

Qualifications

• B.Eng or BSc Eng in Civil Engineering with Pr Eng registration.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in civil engineering project management.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects remotely.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of civil engineering projects remotely.
• Manage project scope, budgets, timelines, and resources effectively across distributed teams.
• Oversee the work of remote engineering staff and external consultants, ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Facilitate clear and consistent communication among team members, clients, and stakeholders via digital channels.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing challenges in a virtual environment.
• Ensure all project documentation and reporting are completed accurately and on time.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Remote collaboration

Education

B.Eng or BSc Eng in Civil Engineering

Professional registration (Pr Eng)

Tools

Asana

Slack

Zoom

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Civil Engineering Project Lead to join their fully remote team. This role offers the unique opportunity to manage and drive various civil engineering projects from anywhere, collaborating virtually with a diverse team of professionals. You will be responsible for the overall success of assigned projects, ensuring they meet client requirements, timelines, and budget constraints, while fostering a collaborative remote work environment. This is an ideal position for a self-disciplined engineer who excels in a distributed team setting and thrives on delivering high-quality results.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of civil engineering projects remotely.
• Manage project scope, budgets, timelines, and resources effectively across distributed teams.
• Oversee the work of remote engineering staff and external consultants, ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Facilitate clear and consistent communication among team members, clients, and stakeholders via digital channels.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing challenges in a virtual environment.
• Ensure all project documentation and reporting are completed accurately and on time.

Requirements

• B.Eng or BSc Eng in Civil Engineering with a professional registration (e.g., Pr Eng).
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in civil engineering project management.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects successfully in a remote setting.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills for virtual collaboration.
• Proficiency with project management software and collaboration tools (e.g., Asana, Slack, Zoom).
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles across various disciplines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from Paarl or anywhere else.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• A forward-thinking company culture that embraces remote work.