Remote Senior Civil Engineer - Water Resources & Planning

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Professional development opportunities

Impactful projects addressing water Ch

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Remote Senior Civil Engineer specializing in Water Resource Management to lead hydrological analyses, dam design, catchment planning, and water security initiatives for communities. You will collaborate with national and international teams on complex water challenges.

The candidate should hold a Master’s in Civil Engineering with a Water Resources focus, be a registered Pr Eng, and have 8+ years of experience, with strong remote collaboration and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources or Hydrology.
• Professional registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer (Pr Eng).
• Minimum 8 years of experience in water resource management and hydraulic engineering.
• Extensive experience with hydrological and hydraulic modeling software.
• Strong knowledge of water management policies, regulations, and international best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and lead virtual teams.
• Experience in catchment modeling and water quality analysis is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement water resource management plans, including catchment management and flood mitigation strategies.
• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic analyses using specialized software (e.g., HEC-RAS, EPANET, Mike Flood).
• Design and assess water infrastructure such as dams, canals, reservoirs, and drainage systems.
• Perform water quality assessments and develop strategies for pollution control and water treatment.
• Collaborate remotely with environmental scientists, hydrologists, and government agencies to inform policy and project development.
• Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, and environmental impact assessments related to water resources.
• Provide expert advice on water allocation, drought management, and sustainable water use practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to research and development in water resource engineering.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering - Water Resources or Hydrology

Tools

HEC-RAS

EPANET

Mike Flood

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Remote Senior Civil Engineer specializing in Water Resource Management to lead hydrological analyses, dam design, catchment planning, and water security initiatives for communities. You will collaborate with national and international teams on complex water challenges.

The candidate should hold a Master’s in Civil Engineering with a Water Resources focus, be a registered Pr Eng, and have 8+ years of experience, with strong remote collaboration and