Senior Bridge Engineer | Hybrid Work & Impactful Projects

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Leading infrastructure projects in the

Collaborative and innovative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Bridge Engineer in Pretoria to lead the design and delivery of innovative bridge projects. You will oversee a team of engineers, manage client relations, and ensure technical excellence across bridge designs.

The role requires a deep understanding of bridge engineering principles, a strong project delivery portfolio, and outstanding leadership skills. The position offers hybrid work with regional travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with specialization in Structural or Bridge Engineering.
• Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in bridge design and project management.
• Proven track record leading major bridge construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, analysis, and delivery of highway, railway, and pedestrian bridges.
• Mentor and manage a team of bridge engineers, designers, and technicians.
• Oversee detailed design calculations, drawings, specs, and contract docs.
• Conduct feasibility studies, site investigations, and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with local/international bridge codes and standards.
• Collaborate with clients, authorities, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Review and approve designs, calculations, and reports.
• Provide expert technical advice on complex bridge issues.
• Manage budgets and timelines for bridge components.
• Stay updated on new bridge engineering technologies and practices.

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering (Structural/Bridge specialization)

Tools

MIDAS Civil

CSIBridge

LUSAS

CAD software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Bridge Engineer in Pretoria to lead the design and delivery of innovative bridge projects. You will oversee a team of engineers, manage client relations, and ensure technical excellence across bridge designs.

The role requires a deep understanding of bridge engineering principles, a strong project delivery portfolio, and outstanding leadership skills. The position offers hybrid work with regional travel as needed.