Remote Senior Civil Engineer - Urban Infrastructure Lead

Placements24; East London; Remote; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Civil Engineer to lead the design and delivery of urban infrastructure projects across South Africa, with a focus on the Eastern Cape. The role combines high-level engineering leadership with flexible remote collaboration and stakeholder engagement across diverse teams.

You will oversee detailed designs, feasibility studies, and regulatory compliance while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with clients and authorities to advance complex urban

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in civil engineering, with a specialization in urban infrastructure projects.
• Professional Engineer (PrEng).

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and management of urban civil infrastructure projects, including roads, streetscapes, drainage, and utility services.
• Prepare comprehensive engineering designs, drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Conduct site feasibility studies and develop conceptual designs.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant South African National Standards (SANS), municipal bylaws, and environmental regulations.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation effectively.
• Collaborate closely with remote multidisciplinary teams, including urban planners, architects, and environmental consultants.
• Liaise with clients, government agencies, and stakeholders to facilitate project approvals and community engagement.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and design staff working remotely.
• Perform quality control reviews of designs and construction submittals.
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in urban infrastructure development and sustainable design practices.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Civil Engineer to lead the design and delivery of urban infrastructure projects across South Africa, with a focus on the Eastern Cape. The role combines high-level engineering leadership with flexible remote collaboration and stakeholder engagement across diverse teams.

You will oversee detailed designs, feasibility studies, and regulatory compliance while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with clients and authorities to advance complex urban