Remote Senior Civil Engineer - Transportation Planning

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement savings

Online training

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Civil Engineer specializing in Transportation Planning for a fully remote role within South Africa. You will lead transportation plans, conduct traffic studies, and model traffic using PTV Vissim, TransCAD, or CUBE while collaborating with remote teams and clients across locations.

The ideal candidate has a BEng/BSc in Civil Engineering with a transportation focus, 8+ years in the field, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering with a Transportation specialization.
• 8+ years in transportation planning and engineering.
• Expertise in transportation modeling software and analytical techniques.
• Experience managing transportation planning projects and leading project teams.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills, including remote collaboration.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and analysis of transportation plans, including long-range strategies and corridor studies.
• Conduct traffic impact assessments, demand forecasting, and feasibility studies for transportation projects.
• Utilize transportation modeling software (PTV Vissim, TransCAD, CUBE) to simulate and analyze traffic conditions.
• Develop recommendations for infrastructure improvements, traffic management strategies, and public transport enhancements.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, presentations, and proposals for clients.
• Collaborate with remote multidisciplinary teams, including urban planners and engineers.
• Engage with clients, government agencies, and stakeholders to gather input and present findings.
• Mentor and guide junior transportation engineers and planners.
• Ensure compliance with transportation standards, policies, and regulations.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in transportation planning and engineering.
• Contribute to business development and identify new project opportunities.

Skills

Transportation modeling

Project leadership

Remote collaboration

Report writing

Education

BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering (Transport)

Tools

PTV Vissim

TransCAD

CUBE

GIS software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a forward-thinking international engineering consultancy seeking a highly skilled Senior Civil Engineer specializing in Transportation Planning. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute from anywhere within South Africa. You will play a key role in developing innovative transportation solutions for various clients, focusing on urban mobility, traffic management, and infrastructure development. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, extensive experience in transportation modeling, and the ability to lead complex planning projects. This role requires excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively engage with remote teams, clients, and stakeholders across different locations. We are committed to providing a flexible and productive remote work environment for our team members.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and analysis of transportation plans, including long-range strategies and corridor studies. Conduct traffic impact assessments, demand forecasting, and feasibility studies for transportation projects. Utilize transportation modeling software (e.g., PTV Vissim, TransCAD, CUBE) to simulate and analyze traffic conditions. Develop recommendations for infrastructure improvements, traffic management strategies, and public transportation enhancements. Prepare high-quality technical reports, presentations, and proposals for clients. Collaborate effectively with remote multidisciplinary teams, including urban planners, traffic engineers, and environmental specialists. Engage with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders to gather input and present findings. Mentor and guide junior transportation engineers and planners. Ensure compliance with relevant transportation standards, policies, and regulations. Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in transportation planning and engineering. Contribute to business development efforts and identify new project opportunities.

Requirements

BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Transportation Engineering or Planning. A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in transportation planning and engineering. Demonstrated expertise in transportation modeling software and analytical techniques. Proven experience in managing transportation planning projects and leading project teams. Strong understanding of traffic engineering principles, urban planning concepts, and multimodal transportation systems. Excellent report writing, presentation, and communication skills, with experience in remote collaboration. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote setting. Proficiency in GIS software is highly advantageous. Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is preferred.

Benefits

This role offers the flexibility of fully remote work, with all the associated benefits. Our client provides a competitive salary package, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits program including medical aid and retirement savings options. We invest in our employees' professional growth through online training, virtual workshops, and support for certifications. Join a collaborative and innovative team dedicated to shaping the future of transportation.