Remote Site Engineer: Build Critical Infra from Anywhere

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Work-life balance

Advanced digital tools for remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Site Engineer to support infrastructure projects from anywhere. You will guide site teams, interpret plans, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence. Strong communication is essential for coordinating across dispersed teams.

The role emphasizes problem-solving, documentation management, and liaison with subcontractors and suppliers, enabling impactful construction work from a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years on-site engineering experience in construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and QA/QC procedures.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specs.
• Excellent problem-solving and remote collaboration skills.
• Clear, proactive communication for remote team coordination.
• Familiarity with project management and construction software.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote technical support to site teams and management.
• Review project plans and drawings to ensure construction adherence.
• Assist in development of project schedules and resource plans.
• Monitor progress and prepare regular reports for project management.
• Identify site issues and propose timely solutions.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Manage project documentation including daily reports and instructions.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams.
• Conduct remote quality control checks on completed work.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Site Engineering

Reading Drawings

Problem Solving

Remote Collaboration

Communication Skills

Project Management Software

Detail Orientation

Health & Safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Construction Software

Reading Engineering Drawings

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Site Engineer to support infrastructure projects from anywhere. You will guide site teams, interpret plans, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence. Strong communication is essential for coordinating across dispersed teams.

The role emphasizes problem-solving, documentation management, and liaison with subcontractors and suppliers, enabling impactful construction work from a remote environment.