Remote Senior Civil Engineer: Lead Infrastructure Design

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to lead design and planning for infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, and drainage. This fully remote role requires strong technical leadership and collaboration with project managers and stakeholders.

You will prepare reports, drawings, and cost estimates, ensure compliance with regulations, and mentor junior staff while delivering sustainable, cost-effective civil engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 8 years of professional civil engineering design and project management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D or Bentley MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, analysis, and planning of civil infrastructure projects.
• Prepare detailed reports, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate with agencies and stakeholders throughout projects.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and technical staff.
• Perform constructability reviews and solve site challenges.

Skills

Project leadership

Technical reporting

Remote work management

Hydraulics & hydrology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bentley MicroStation

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to lead design and planning for infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, and drainage. This fully remote role requires strong technical leadership and collaboration with project managers and stakeholders.

You will prepare reports, drawings, and cost estimates, ensure compliance with regulations, and mentor junior staff while delivering sustainable, cost-effective civil engineering solutions.