Resident Engineer

Ix Engineers; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Ix Engineers seeks an experienced engineer to oversee road construction projects and contract management on South African provincial road work. You will lead site teams, ensure safety and compliance, and coordinate between Engineer, Employer, and Contractor.

The role requires a BEng or BTech with a minimum of 8 years’ experience on SANRAL or Provincial Roads projects, with professional registration and active CPD participation.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of construction contract administration and project management principles.
• Sound knowledge of applicable local and international standards, regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Technical expertise in road construction and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage the construction contract in accordance with its terms and conditions.
• Maintain accurate site records, correspondence, progress reports, drawings registers, and site instructions.
• Prepare payment certificates, measure quantities, and manage variation orders.
• Ensure compliance with design principles and report discrepancies in contract documents.
• Oversee quality assurance and ensure all works are executed safely and in accordance with specifications.
• Verify contractor setting-out accuracy and ensure proper materials testing.
• Act as the Employer's Site Agent and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Facilitate communication between the Engineer, Employer, and Contractor.
• Conduct site meetings and maintain formal records.
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior staff while maintaining professional development.

Skills

Contract administration

Project management

Road construction

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

BEng or BTech

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Administer and manage the construction contract in accordance with its terms and conditions.

• Maintain accurate site records, correspondence, progress reports, drawings registers, and site instructions.

• Prepare payment certificates, measure quantities, and manage variation orders.

• Ensure compliance with design principles and report discrepancies in contract documents.

• Oversee quality assurance and ensure all works are executed safely and in accordance with specifications.

• Verify contractor setting-out accuracy and ensure proper materials testing.

• Act as the Employer's Site Agent and manage stakeholder relationships.

• Facilitate communication between the Engineer, Employer, and Contractor.

• Conduct site meetings and maintain formal records.

• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior staff while maintaining professional development.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of construction contract administration and project management principles.

• Sound knowledge of applicable local and international standards, regulations, and statutory requirements.

• Technical expertise in road construction and infrastructure projects.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision‑making abilities.

Education

• Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) or Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech).

Experience

• Minimum of 8 years' experience in SANRAL or Provincial Roads projects.

• Proven technical background in road construction supervision and contract management.

Qualifications

• Professional Registration with a recognized engineering body.

• Ongoing participation in Continuous Professional Development (CPD).