Remote Senior Civil Engineer - Project Management

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to oversee multiple large-scale civil projects from a remote home office. You will lead planning, budgeting, scheduling, and team coordination while ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to budgets and standards.

Required are a BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering with at least 9 years of experience, including 5 years in project management, and strong contract, risk, and QA expertise. Excellent leadership and remote collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in civil engineering (BEng or BSc) required.
• 9+ years of civil engineering experience, with at least 5 years in project management.
• Proven track record delivering complex infrastructure on time and within budget.
• Experience with contract administration, risk management, and QA processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple civil engineering projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop project plans, budgets, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
• Oversee design teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies proactively.
• Manage client communications and ensure satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, codes, and regulations.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Remote team management

Education

BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-oriented Senior Civil Engineer with exceptional project management skills to join their entirely remote workforce. This role involves overseeing the full lifecycle of diverse civil engineering projects, from initial planning and conceptualization through to completion and handover, all managed from your home office. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while effectively managing client relationships and project teams remotely. This is a premier opportunity for a seasoned engineer to lead impactful projects with maximum flexibility and autonomy, contributing to significant infrastructure advancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple civil engineering projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop project plans, budgets, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
• Oversee design teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies proactively.
• Manage client communications and ensure satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, codes, and regulations.

Requirements

• BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 9 years of experience in civil engineering, with at least 5 years in project management .
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex infrastructure projects on time and within budget.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration, risk management, and quality assurance processes.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for remote team management.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6).

Benefits

• Top-tier annual salary reflecting extensive experience and remote work.
• Fully remote role allowing for unparalleled work-life integration.
• Access to advanced project management and collaboration tools.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and leadership development.
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits package.