Senior Civil Engineer

South Zambezi Engineering Services; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in civil engineering seeks a qualified and experienced Project Manager to oversee various civil engineering projects. Responsibilities include leading engineering teams, ensuring compliance with design specifications, and managing project proposals. Candidates must hold a BEng (Civil), with at least 15 years of experience and proven leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Experienced in bulk water and wastewater municipal infrastructure.
• Minimum 15 years in engineering design, management, and construction.
• Proven leadership in a consulting environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Civil Engineering team effectively.
• Ensure compliance with ISO Quality Management System.
• Manage projects for profitability and performance.

Skills

Decision-making

Leadership

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Project management

Analytical reasoning

Education

BEng (Civil) or equivalent degree

Professional registration as PrEng

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Job Summary

Closely collaborates with the HoD and Executive Directors: Civil Engineering in directing, co-ordinating, initiating, planning, executing, monitoring & control, integration, and closing of the Civil Engineering Projects.

Drives general Civil Engineering related design and deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and guide Engineers, technicians, draughts persons and delegate work effectively in the Civil Engineering Department.
• Ensure that all employees in the team are supplied with the relevant tools required to perform jobs.
• Formulate systems for smooth running of the Civil Engineering section to enable synergy and coherence.
• Design, report in Civil Engineering section to meet project objectives.
• Preparation of proposals, tender and contract documents for infrastructure services nationally and internationally.
• Construction monitoring and implementation of site construction work as required, including ensuring compliance with design/specifications and standards, adherence to programme, and preparing reports.
• Perform ad-hoc office duties as assigned by the HoD: Civil Engineering.
• Guide and train engineers and technicians in design and other necessary skills for professional development.
• Stay updated with technology development and research in water and wastewater engineering.
• Coordinate and supervise the production of technical drawings, design, and reporting inputs.
• Client liaison including meetings and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with the company's ISO Quality Management System.
• Assist with preparing requests for proposals, expressions of interest, panel applications, and tenders.
• Manage projects, monitor performance and profitability.

Qualifications and Experience / Minimum Requirements

• BEng (Civil) or equivalent degree.
• Professional registration or registrability with ECSA as PrEng, and SAICE.
• Extensive experience in bulk water and wastewater municipal infrastructure, storm water systems, earthworks, basic road and drainage systems.
• Some process design experience is advantageous.
• Minimum 15 years in engineering design, management, and construction.
• Minimum 5 years after professional registration with recognized bodies.
• Proven leadership and management experience within a consulting firm.
• Legal knowledge of relevant acts and standards.
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, and civil/water design software.
• Driver's license is essential.

Competencies and Skills

• Decision-making, accountability, and integrity.
• Leadership and team supervision.
• Negotiation, influence, and stakeholder management.
• Problem-solving, strategic thinking, and initiative.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read technical drawings and blueprints.
• Ability to motivate and lead teams, uphold company values, and ensure compliance.
• Project management, financial management, attention to detail, and analytical reasoning.

If you are not contacted within 4 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Submit your CV with copies of certificates and driver's license. Applications without required documentation will not be considered.

Closing Date: 16th September

Advert Reference No: SZKC-HCIVIL

Applications can be e-mailed to the provided recruitment email. Zambezi and Khato Civils are equal opportunity employers committed to non-discrimination based on sex, pregnancy, gender re-assignment, sexual orientation, religion, belief, marriage, age, race, or disability.