Senior Civil Engineer

C3 Resource Investments (Pty) Ltd; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

C3 Resource Investments (Pty) Ltd is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer to lead complex feasibility studies, concept designs and performance-based design initiatives. You will prepare clear drawings, reports and specifications for permitting, tendering and construction, while ensuring compliance with codes and standards.

You will manage multi‑discipline projects, coordinate external consultants, and act as a senior technical lead during construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• ECSA Professional registration is required.
• Eight+ years of relevant structural engineering experience; strong knowledge of codes and practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex feasibility studies, concept designs and performance-based design initiatives.
• Prepare structural drawings, specs and reports for permitting, tendering and construction.
• Oversee project financials, risk registers and client escalations; ensure profitability and quality deliverables.
• Lead site technical teams during critical construction phases and meetings.
• Establish QA/QC processes for the structural group and lead technical reviews.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Mentoring

Client relationship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

ECSA Professional registration

Tools

Prokon Analysis Software

Robot Structural Analysis

Idea StatiCa

AutoCAD

Tekla Structures

Autodesk Revit

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Engineering Studies and Design

• Lead complex and high-value feasibility studies, concept designs and performance-based design initiatives; take overall technical responsibility for major project packages.
• Prepare clear, accurate structural drawings, specifications and technical reports suitable for permitting, tendering and construction.
• Perform structural analysis and design using appropriate methods (hand calculations, finite-element analysis, frame modelling) and ensure designs meet local and international codes and standards.
• Provide design alternatives and optimisation, addressing durability, constructability, lifecycle cost and sustainability where applicable.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines and stakeholders to ensure integrated engineering designs.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on complex engineering issues.
• Provide final technical sign-off on design deliverables within the senior delegation limits; review and approve high-risk calculations and critical interface details.

Project Management

• Manage multiple projects or large, multi-discipline projects concurrently; act as Project Engineer or Technical Lead on major contracts.
• Oversee project financials, risk registers and client escalations; be accountable for project profitability and technical deliverable acceptance.
• Coordinate external specialist consultants and third-party reviewers at senior level.

Construction Oversight

• Lead site technical teams during critical construction phases, complex installations or dispute resolution.
• Provide senior representation at client/contractor technical meetings, lead dispute resolution and claims assessments related to structural matters.

Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance

• Promote correct use of company quality systems and provide input for continuous improvement.
• Establish and enforce QA/QC processes for the structural group; lead independent technical checks and root-cause reviews for significant design non-conformances.
• Lead statutory liaison for complex approvals and act as named responsible engineer for regulatory submissions where required.

Continuous Improvement

• Stay updated on industry trends, technologies and regulations related to civil and structural engineering.
• Keep abreast of advances in materials, construction techniques, codes, software and sustainable design practices; propose relevant adoption.
• Sponsor and prioritise departmental improvement projects (tools, standards, training); champion adoption of new technologies (BIM, parametric design, automated checking).
• Lead post-project reviews and embed lessons learned into standards and templates.

Mentoring

• Provide on-the-job mentoring and formal training to junior and mid-level engineers, design leads, high-potential staff and senior draughtsmen.
• Design and deliver structured training programs.

Sales and marketing

• Lead technical input on major bids and pursuit strategies; prepare and present to clients and executive stakeholders.
• Develop strategic client relationships, secure repeat business, and support pricing and commercial strategy for structural services.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• ECSA Professional registration required.

Experience

• Eight (8) years + of relevant structural engineering experience.
• Excellent knowledge of engineering principles, practices and codes.
• Proven track record leading complex structural projects, multi-discipline teams and major client engagements.

Proficiency in the following software:

• Prokon Analysis Software.
• Autodesk: Robot Structural Analysis
• Idea Statica: Structural Steel Connections.
• Autocad: 2D drawing software.
• Tekla Structures: 3D modelling and fabrication drawings.
• Autodesk Revit.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Permanent contract, subject to a probation period.