Remote Lead Civil Engineer, Water Infrastructure

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work arrangement

Health insurance and retirement plan

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Civil Engineer to drive water and wastewater infrastructure projects from a fully remote capacity. This senior role provides technical leadership, project oversight, and strategic direction across a nationwide portfolio.

You will lead design teams, mentor junior engineers, review designs and calculations, manage client relationships, and ensure projects meet regulatory standards while delivering sustainable, innovative water solutions from anywhere in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources or related field.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is mandatory.
• A minimum of 10-12 years of progressive experience in civil engineering, with at least 5 years in a lead or senior project management role for water infrastructure.
• Extensive experience in the design and management of water treatment plants, distribution networks, wastewater collection systems, and pumping stations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and direction for the design and execution of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Lead and manage multidisciplinary engineering teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation for water projects.
• Ensure all designs meet relevant engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and client specifications.
• Conduct advanced hydraulic and hydrologic analyses for water supply, distribution, and wastewater systems.
• Review and approve designs, calculations, specifications, and construction documents.
• Manage client relationships and stakeholder engagement, ensuring clear communication and satisfaction.
• Mentor and develop junior engineering staff, promoting knowledge sharing and professional growth.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and best practices in water infrastructure engineering.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Remote leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering

Pr Eng registration with ECSA

Tools

EPANET

WaterGEMS

SewerGEMS

HEC-RAS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Civil Engineer to drive water and wastewater infrastructure projects from a fully remote capacity. This senior role provides technical leadership, project oversight, and strategic direction across a nationwide portfolio.

You will lead design teams, mentor junior engineers, review designs and calculations, manage client relationships, and ensure projects meet regulatory standards while delivering sustainable, innovative water solutions from anywhere in