Remote Senior Civil Engineer - Lead Complex Projects

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Professional development

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to lead major infrastructure design and project management from a fully remote role serving projects nationwide, including Bloemfontein. The successful candidate will take ownership of complex designs, coordinate with distributed teams, and drive projects from concept to completion.

You will mentor junior engineers, manage budgets and schedules, perform advanced analyses, and maintain clear communication with clients and regulators to ensure successful

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of major civil infrastructure projects, such as transportation networks, water systems, and site development.
• Oversee project planning, scope definition, and technical execution, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Conduct advanced engineering analyses, including structural, hydraulic, and geotechnical assessments as needed.
• Manage project risks, identify potential issues, and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate virtually with cross‑functional teams, clients, and regulatory bodies to ensure project success.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers remotely, fostering a collaborative and high‑performing team environment.

Skills

Pr.Eng

10+ years experience

Project management

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Infrastructure design software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to lead major infrastructure design and project management from a fully remote role serving projects nationwide, including Bloemfontein. The successful candidate will take ownership of complex designs, coordinate with distributed teams, and drive projects from concept to completion.

You will mentor junior engineers, manage budgets and schedules, perform advanced analyses, and maintain clear communication with clients and regulators to ensure successful