Resident Engineer - Civil Infrastructure

Placements24; Graafwater; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation and travel allowances

On-site role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer for a major civil infrastructure project in Paarl, Western Cape. The role is on-site, overseeing daily construction activities, ensuring compliance with drawings and quality standards, and acting as the main on-site contact for contractor, consultants, and client representatives. The ideal candidate has a civil engineering degree, Pr.

Eng./Pr. Tech. Eng.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Pr. Eng. or Pr. Tech. Eng. with ECSA registration required.
• Minimum 10 years post-graduate civil construction supervision experience.
• Proven Resident Engineer or Construction Manager on major infrastructure works.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all on-site civil engineering construction activities.
• Ensure construction complies with designs, specs, and quality standards.
• Monitor contractor performance against schedule and budget.
• Conduct site inspections and progress meetings.
• Resolve technical queries and issue site instructions promptly.
• Maintain site records including daily reports and diaries.
• Ensure strict adherence to HSE regulations on site.
• Review/approve contractor submittals (methods, materials).
• Liaise with design team, client and stakeholders.
• Manage on-site testing and QC procedures.
• Prepare progress reports for management and client.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Contract administration

Site management

IT applications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Site management software

General IT applications

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent infrastructure development company, is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer for a challenging civil infrastructure project located in Paarl, Western Cape . This crucial on-site role involves overseeing the day-to-day execution of construction activities, ensuring that all work is carried out in strict accordance with project specifications, drawings, and quality standards. The successful candidate will be the primary point of contact for the contractor, consultants, and client representatives on site, managing site activities, resolving technical issues, and ensuring safety compliance. This is a vital role for the successful delivery of major infrastructure works in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage all on-site civil engineering construction activities.
• Ensure construction work complies with approved designs, specifications, and quality standards.
• Monitor contractor performance and adherence to project schedule and budget.
• Conduct regular site inspections and progress meetings.
• Identify and resolve technical queries and site instructions promptly.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily reports, site diaries, and photographic evidence.
• Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations on site.
• Review and approve contractor submittions, including method statements and material approvals.
• Liaise effectively with the design team, client, and other stakeholders.
• Manage site-based testing and quality control procedures.
• Prepare progress reports for project management and the client.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) or Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr. Tech. Eng.) with ECSA is required.
• A minimum of 10 years of post-graduate experience in civil engineering construction supervision and site management.
• Proven experience as a Resident Engineer or Construction Manager on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of contract administration (e.g., FIDIC, NEC).
• In-depth knowledge of construction methods, materials, and quality control procedures for civil works.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage conflict and build strong working relationships with the site team and contractors.
• Proficiency in site management software and general IT applications.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to the Paarl, Western Cape area and reside close to the project site.

Benefits

• Attractive daily rate or fixed-term contract remuneration package.
• Opportunity to lead critical infrastructure projects in a scenic region.
• Accommodation and travel allowances may be provided depending on project specifics.
• Direct involvement in the successful delivery of significant civil works.
• Work within a reputable firm known for its project delivery excellence.
• Potential for future project assignments based on performance.
• Exposure to a wide range of civil engineering challenges on-site.
• Continuous learning through practical site application and problem-solving.
• Health and safety support resources.
• Be an integral part of developing vital infrastructure in the Western Cape.