Remote Civil Engineering Project Manager - Water Resources

Placements24; Welkom; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Civil Engineering Project Manager to lead water resource infrastructure initiatives across South Africa. This fully remote role oversees dams, pipelines, treatment plants, and conservation projects from conception to close, coordinating engineers, consultants, and contractors while ensuring schedule and budget adherence.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelors in Civil Engineering with Pr Eng (ECSA) and at least 10 years in project management, including 5 years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and Pr Eng registration with ECSA are required.
• At least 10 years of civil engineering project management experience, with 5 years in water projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of water resource and infrastructure projects.
• Develop detailed project plans with scope, timelines, budgets.
• Lead virtual project teams of engineers, consultants, and contractors.
• Oversee design, procurement, and construction phases.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, environmental regulations and safety.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation.
• Maintain client relationships and provide regular updates.
• Review proposals and construction methodologies.
• Use project management tools remotely to maintain project integrity.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering

Water resources

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Pr Eng registration (ECSA)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Civil Engineering Project Manager to lead crucial water resource management projects. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. The successful candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end management of projects focused on water infrastructure, including dams, pipelines, treatment plants, and water conservation initiatives. You will coordinate with diverse teams, stakeholders, and clients to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, on schedule, and within budget, while adhering to the highest engineering and environmental standards. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, strong leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of civil engineering principles, particularly in the water sector. We are looking for a proactive individual who thrives in a remote setting and is committed to making a significant impact on water security and management.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the full project lifecycle for water resource and infrastructure projects, from conception through to completion. Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budgets. Coordinate and lead virtual project teams, including engineers, consultants, and contractors. Oversee the design, procurement, and construction phases of water-related projects. Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, environmental regulations, and safety protocols. Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies effectively. Manage client relationships and stakeholder communications, providing regular project updates. Review technical proposals, design documents, and construction methodologies. Utilize project management software and collaboration tools to maintain project integrity and transparency in a remote setting.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, with a specialization in Water Resources Engineering or a related discipline. Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is required. A minimum of 10 years of experience in civil engineering project management, with at least 5 years focused specifically on water resource projects. Proven track record of successfully managing complex infrastructure projects from initiation to closure. Strong understanding of water infrastructure systems, hydraulic principles, and environmental impact assessment procedures. Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6) and collaboration platforms. Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a fully remote work environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary package, commensurate with your experience and qualifications. Our client provides comprehensive benefits, including medical aid, a generous retirement fund, and significant opportunities for professional development and training. You will have the autonomy to manage your work schedule while contributing to critical water resource projects that have a lasting positive impact. This role allows you to leverage your expertise from anywhere in the country, eliminating commute times and offering unparalleled work-life flexibility. Join a forward-thinking organization that embraces remote work and values the contributions of its talented engineering team.