Resident Engineer - Civil Infrastructure

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to oversee civil infrastructure projects in Rustenburg, North West. This on-site role ensures construction works meet designs, specs, and quality standards; you will be the primary on-site contact for the contractor and manage execution.

Ideal candidate has a BEng/BSc in Civil Engineering, Pr. Eng registration, 10+ years post-graduate experience with road, earthworks or water projects, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering is required.
• Professional registration with ECSA/Pr. Eng is essential.
• Minimum 10 years post-graduate experience in civil engineering.
• At least 5 years in a resident engineer or construction supervision role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage all on-site civil construction works.
• Ensure compliance with designs, specifications, contract documents and standards.
• Monitor progress, quality, safety, and environmental aspects on site.
• Review and approve contractor submittals, method statements and progress claims.
• Identify and resolve technical and contractual issues during construction.
• Conduct regular site inspections and progress meetings.
• Maintain accurate site records including daily reports and measurements.
• Manage relationships with clients, contractors and stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety and environmental regulations on site.
• Prepare project reports for client and consulting team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Drawing interpretation

Education

BEng/BSc in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major consulting engineering firm, is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to oversee civil infrastructure projects in Rustenburg, North West . This crucial on-site role involves ensuring that construction works are executed in accordance with project designs, specifications, and quality standards. You will be the primary point of contact for the contractor on-site, managing project execution, supervising site staff, and resolving technical issues that arise during construction. This is a challenging but rewarding opportunity to play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure within the North West province. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of construction methodologies, and a commitment to project delivery excellence. This role is based full-time on construction sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage all aspects of civil construction works on-site.
• Ensure compliance with approved designs, specifications, contract documents, and relevant standards.
• Monitor and control project progress, quality, safety, and environmental aspects.
• Review and approve contractor submittals, method statements, and progress claims.
• Identify and resolve technical and contractual issues that arise during construction.
• Conduct regular site inspections and progress meetings.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily reports, site instructions, and measurement records.
• Manage relationships with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations on site.
• Prepare project reports for the client and consulting team.

Requirements

• BEng/BSc in Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA as Pr. Eng. is essential.
• Minimum of 10 years post-graduate experience in civil engineering, with at least 5 years in a resident engineer or construction supervision role.
• Proven experience in managing road, bulk earthworks, or water infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and quality assurance procedures.
• Familiarity with FIDIC or other standard forms of contract.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications effectively.
• Proficiency in relevant software, such as MS Project, is advantageous.
• Valid driver's license and ability to reside in or commute daily to the Rustenburg area.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive daily rate or annual salary package, reflecting the senior nature of this role and the critical on-site responsibilities. This contract position provides an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers to contribute to significant infrastructure projects. While specific benefits are project-dependent for contractor roles, opportunities for extended contracts and future project involvement are often available. The role offers significant exposure to large-scale construction management in the North West region.