Remote Senior Civil Infrastructure Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Professional development

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Civil Infrastructure Engineer for a fully remote-first role within South Africa. You will design, plan and execute complex infrastructure projects, leading technical teams and coordinating with stakeholders.

The ideal candidate holds a BEng in Civil Engineering, Pr Eng registration, and 8+ years of experience in infrastructure design and project management. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Revit is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Master's degree is advantageous.
• Pr Eng registration with ECSA is essential.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in civil infrastructure design and project management.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit or similar design software.
• Strong knowledge of SA infrastructure standards and best practices.
• Experience managing large-scale projects from concept to completion.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work remotely and manage workload independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of civil infrastructure projects (roads, drainage, water, sanitation).
• Conduct site investigations, feasibility studies, and prepare detailed technical reports.
• Perform engineering calculations and modeling using industry-standard software.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources for successful delivery.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams (urban planners, environmental scientists, architects).
• Ensure compliance with national and local engineering standards and regulations.
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff; foster learning and development.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders; provide expert technical updates.
• Develop innovative solutions for urban and rural infrastructure challenges.
• Contribute to tender preparation and proposal development.

Skills

Pr Eng registration

Civil engineering expertise

Stakeholder management

Remote work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree (advantageous)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Civil Infrastructure Engineer for a fully remote-first role within South Africa. You will design, plan and execute complex infrastructure projects, leading technical teams and coordinating with stakeholders.

The ideal candidate holds a BEng in Civil Engineering, Pr Eng registration, and 8+ years of experience in infrastructure design and project management. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Revit is required.