Senior Civil Design Engineer (Water & Sanitation)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Civil Design Engineer in Bloemfontein, Free State, to lead water supply and sanitation infrastructure projects. The role requires extensive design experience, hydraulic modelling, and compliance with SANS and environmental regulations.

You will manage design teams, liaise with clients and regulators, and mentor junior staff while delivering safe, reliable water solutions for communities in the Free State.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in design of water and sanitation infrastructure.
• Pr. Eng. registration with ECSA is mandatory.
• Extensive experience with water and wastewater treatment processes and distribution/collection systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualization, design, and documentation of water supply and sanitation infrastructure projects.
• Perform hydraulic modelling and analysis for water distribution networks and wastewater collection systems.
• Design treatment processes, pumping stations, pipelines, and associated civil works.
• Ensure designs comply with national (SANS) and international standards and environmental regulations.
• Prepare detailed engineering reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for design phases.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff.
• Conduct site visits for investigations and to support construction supervision.
• Review contractor submittals and respond to technical queries during construction.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

Team mentoring

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

EPANET

WaterCAD

SewerCAD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading consulting engineering firm, is seeking a Senior Civil Design Engineer with specialized expertise in water and sanitation systems. This position, based in **Bloemfontein**, Free State, will involve leading the design and development of critical water infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, reliable, and sustainable water supply and wastewater treatment solutions for communities across the **Free State** province. This is a key role requiring strong technical acumen, project management skills, and a commitment to public service through engineering excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualization, design, and documentation of water supply and sanitation infrastructure projects.
• Perform hydraulic modelling and analysis for water distribution networks and wastewater collection systems.
• Design treatment processes, pumping stations, pipelines, and associated civil works.
• Ensure designs comply with national (SANS) and international standards, as well as relevant environmental regulations.
• Prepare detailed engineering reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for design phases.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff.
• Conduct site visits for investigations and to support construction supervision.
• Review contractor submittals and respond to technical queries during construction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in the design of water and sanitation infrastructure.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration with ECSA is mandatory.
• Extensive experience with water and wastewater treatment processes and distribution/collection systems.
• Proficiency in relevant design and modelling software (e.g., EPANET, WaterCAD, SewerCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D).
• Strong knowledge of South African water and sanitation standards and environmental legislation.
• Excellent report writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and lead engineering teams.
• Experience working in **Bloemfontein** and the **Free State** region is highly preferred.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary package and a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical aid, a provident fund, and professional development support. This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure projects that significantly benefit the community in **Bloemfontein**. We provide a stable and supportive work environment with opportunities for career advancement. Join a dedicated team committed to engineering excellence and community development in the **Free State**.