Remote Senior Project Engineer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Senior Project Engineer to provide technical leadership for construction projects, predominantly located in the Eastern Cape but managed remotely. You will oversee engineering integrity, quality control, and design conformance.

This role requires 8+ years in project engineering, strong civil/structural/mechanical background, and excellent remote collaboration skills to coordinate with site teams, PMs, and consultants for successful delivery of

Qualifications

• 8+ years in project engineering within construction.
• Strong background in civil, structural, or mechanical engineering and project execution.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical guidance on engineering aspects of construction projects from a remote location.
• Review and approve engineering designs, drawings, and submittals for compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with site engineers and construction managers to resolve technical queries and on-site issues promptly.
• Ensure quality control and assurance processes are followed and align with specifications.
• Assist in planning and scheduling technical activities and resource allocation.
• Contribute to project risk management by identifying technical challenges and proposing solutions.

Skills

Remote collaboration

Technical leadership

Engineering drawings

Education

BEng/BSc in Civil, Structural, Mechanical

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a highly experienced and self-motivated Remote Senior Project Engineer to provide crucial technical leadership and support for their construction projects, predominantly located in the Eastern Cape but managed from a distance. This position is critical for overseeing the technical aspects of projects, ensuring engineering integrity, quality control, and adherence to design specifications. Working entirely remotely, you will collaborate closely with on-site teams, project managers, and design consultants to resolve technical challenges, optimize construction processes, and ensure the successful and efficient delivery of complex engineering and construction endeavors.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical guidance and oversight on engineering aspects of construction projects from a remote location.
• Review and approve engineering designs, drawings, and technical submittals to ensure compliance with project requirements and standards.
• Collaborate with site engineers and construction managers to address technical queries and resolve on-site issues promptly.
• Ensure quality control and assurance processes are rigorously followed, monitoring adherence to specifications and standards.
• Assist in the planning and scheduling of technical activities and resource allocation.
• Contribute to project risk management by identifying potential technical challenges and proposing solutions.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of experience as a Project Engineer or in a similar engineering role within the construction industry.
• Strong background in civil, structural, or mechanical engineering, with proven project execution experience.
• Excellent understanding of construction methodologies, materials, and quality control principles.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Exceptional remote communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• BEng or BSc in Engineering (Civil, Structural, Mechanical) or a related discipline.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing flexibility and autonomy.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Contribution to medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunity to work on significant and challenging construction projects nationwide.