Senior Civil Draughtsman

Hire Resolve – Top Recruitment Agency; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Civil Draughtsman to oversee construction projects. This role requires design and planning in the office as well as providing on-site technical advice. With 10 years of civil works experience and proficiency in AutoCAD, the ideal candidate will ensure safety and structural integrity while managing budgets and monitoring project progress.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in Civil Works including bulk earthworks and waterworks.
• Excellent knowledge of construction methods and regulations.
• Hands-on experience with various construction materials.

Responsibilities

• Design structures like buildings or bridges.
• Create structural models using CAD software.
• Monitor on-site construction processes.

Skills

AutoCAD

Project management

Analytical skills

Construction methods

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma in Multi-Disciplinary Drawing Office Practice/Draughting

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Civil Draughtsman to oversee our construction projects. You’ll ensure that structures are safe and strong. As a Senior Civil Draughtsman, you’ll spend time both in our office – designing and planning project details – and on-site where you’ll provide technical advice to construction workers.

To succeed in this role, you should have hands-on experience using several construction methods and materials and advanced knowledge of AutoCAD. Project management and analytical skills are also very important.

Responsibilities

• Design structures, such as buildings or bridges
• Create structural models by using computer-aided design software
• Measure loads and pressures caused by environmental or human influence
• Follow construction safety guidelines
• Choose appropriate materials based on structural specifications
• Monitor on-site construction processes and supervise construction workers
• Prepare and allocate budgets
• Track and report on project progress
• Collaborate with contractors and project managers

Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of construction methods and regulations
• Attention to detail
• Experience of 10 years in Civil Works
• Including bulk earthworks and waterworks
• Structural Works including concrete and steel structures & buildings
• Relevant Diploma | Certificate – Multi-Disciplinary Drawing Office Practice/Draughting

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.