Resident Engineer

Wsp; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and construction firm in South Africa is seeking a Resident Engineer to manage construction projects over a 20-month contract. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in road and bridge construction, possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, and be familiar with GCC contract documentation. The firm supports a flexible working environment with competitive pay and benefits, fostering an inclusive culture that values work-life balance and personal development.

Benefits

Flexible start/finish times

Opportunities to work from home

Competitive pay

First-class medical cover

Generous annual leave

Paid professional subscriptions

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in road construction, bridge, and culvert construction.
• Familiar with GCC contract documentation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, monitor, control, and report on construction activities.
• Lead a site supervision team and manage project administration.
• Conduct site audits, inspections, and quality control.

Skills

Communication

Time-management

Problem-solving

Contractual knowledge

Hands-on practical approach

Education

PR Eng/PR Tech registration

15+ years’ relevant experience in road construction

Job description

The Resident Engineer reports to the Contracts Engineer and is required to manage the WSP Construction Management Services team for a contract period of 20 months.

The Resident Engineer’s responsibility is to co‑ordinate, monitor, control and report on all construction and construction‑related activities to achieve the project scope, budget, schedule, quality, environmental and safety objectives in accordance with the project contract document, regulatory and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• General project civil and building services construction co‑ordination and facilitation
• Interaction with design team and assisting with resolution of design queries
• Facilitation of wayleave approvals, service designs and coordination
• Leading site supervision team
• Contract administration
• Monitoring and reporting on programme
• Other tasks directed by the Line Manager to assist in successful project completion or efficient operation of the Business Unit
• Quality plan assessment and auditing
• Site audits, inspections, quality control testing approval/rejection
• Measurement and certification that work is correct
• Cash flow forecasting
• Managing site meetings and minutes
• Management of site OHS, ISO and EMPs
• Completion and as‑built reports
• Site quality control
• Maintenance of WSP QA documentation for the project
• Cost reporting on a monthly basis, or as instructed

Health and Safety

• Role model SHEQ standards consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing others
• Contribute to the identification of SHEQ risks and drive processes to achieve Zero Harm
• Embrace, display and promote company values, ensuring a safe working environment at all times

Qualifications

1. 15+ years’ relevant experience in road construction, bridge and major culvert construction as a Resident Engineer / Assistant Resident Engineer; familiar with GCC contract documentation; public sector client experience is advantageous; PR Eng/PR Tech registration mandatory.
2. Key competencies and generic skills:
   • Thorough knowledge of scope of works, contract conditions, project specifications, AFC specifications, design/engineering studies and reports (e.g., geotechnical, land survey).
   • Statutory knowledge (EMP, safety regulations, etc.).
   • Strong communication, time‑management, problem‑solving and contractual knowledge.
   • Experience working with diverse client bodies.
   • Hands‑on practical approach.

Benefits and Working Conditions

Here at WSP we recognise that work is only one part of life. We support family, friends and personal pursuits by offering flexible start/finish times, opportunities to work from home, part‑time arrangements and more. Competitive pay is coupled with standard benefits: first‑class medical cover, generous annual leave, paid professional subscriptions and more.

We pride ourselves on a friendly and inclusive culture that respects and maximises each individual’s contribution. We actively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Additional Information

WSP recognises the importance of work‑life balance and offers support for flexible working arrangements and personal development. Be you, be happy – we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive.