Remote Civil Infrastructure Engineer for Urban Development

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Laptop provided

Home internet allowance

Health insurance

Pension contributions

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Civil Infrastructure Engineer for a fully remote role focusing on urban development projects in South Africa. You will design roads, stormwater systems, and utilities, prepare construction drawings, and ensure compliance with municipal bylaws and SANS standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Civil Engineering degree with Pr Eng/Pr Tech Eng registration or eligibility, 6+ years of experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, SWMM, and EPANET.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng registration with ECSA is highly advantageous.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in civil infrastructure design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and stormwater modeling software (SWMM, EPANET).
• Familiarity with South African municipal standards and development processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven ability to work remotely and collaborate digitally.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare construction drawings for civil infrastructure, including site grading, roads, sidewalks, and utility connections.
• Develop detailed stormwater management plans, including calculations for runoff and detention/retention systems.
• Coordinate with utility providers to ensure seamless integration of services.
• Perform engineering calculations for earthworks, pavement design, and drainage structures.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant municipal bylaws, SANS standards, and environmental regulations.
• Prepare technical specifications, Bill of Quantities (BOQ), and tender documentation.
• Review contractor submittals and respond to RFIs during the construction phase.
• Liaise with project managers, surveyors, and external stakeholders through virtual communication channels.
• Contribute to feasibility studies and preliminary design reports for new developments.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation and records in a digital format.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng registration (advantage)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

SWMM

EPANET

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Civil Infrastructure Engineer for a fully remote role focusing on urban development projects in South Africa. You will design roads, stormwater systems, and utilities, prepare construction drawings, and ensure compliance with municipal bylaws and SANS standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Civil Engineering degree with Pr Eng/Pr Tech Eng registration or eligibility, 6+ years of experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, SWMM, and EPANET.