Senior Civil Engineer

WSP is one of the most diverse consulting firms in Africa.

To further our strategic business execution plan, we are seeking leaders that share our guiding principles – we value our people and our reputation; we are locally dedicated with international scale; we are future focused and challenge the status quo; we foster collaboration in everything we do and we have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable.

We are committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment.

Job Description

WSP is seeking a Senior Civil Design Engineer to join the Water Infrastructure and Design Division within the Mine Engineering Business Unit.

This person will be responsible for the design, drawing, and construction monitoring of infrastructure projects. The duties and responsibilities include:

1. Design, drawing, and construction monitoring of infrastructure projects including but not limited to:

• Pipelines and ancillaries design (e.g. pipeline hydraulic modelling)
• Open Channel Flow hydraulics
• Storm Water Designs
• Earthworks modelling in Civil 3D (e.g. stormwater drainage, platform, and road layouts)

The candidate must be able to undertake and review associated works designs and demonstrate a sound technical knowledge of contract and construction procedures. The position is head office based; however, the successful candidate must be prepared and free to travel extensively both within South Africa and the African Continent to manage projects and engage in client and other meetings.

Health and Safety

Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behaviour consistent with the company's health, safety, environmental, and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you. Contribute to the identification of SHEQ risks and drive processes to achieve Zero Harm. Embrace, display, and promote the company values and ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times.

Key Competencies and Generic Skills

The employee has well-developed general technical skills and demonstrates personal leadership in completing work tasks. Key competencies include:

1. Making decisions with input from intermediate and senior staff.
2. Contributing to projects and leading the design role and analysis and interpretation.
3. Report writing including descriptions of investigations, results, and analysis.
4. Client focus is mainly internal but with input into proposals.
5. Identifying and reporting hazards, near misses, and incidents.
6. Communicating clearly the importance of health and safety.

Attributes

Attributes include:

1. Technical excellence: Understands how to apply technical skills, understands data and findings, consistently delivers high-quality results.
2. Organisation: Excellent planner and organiser, can effectively share/delegate tasks.
3. Understanding project context: Wants to understand how they fit in, the bigger picture, and their role.
4. Ownership attitude: Accountable for completing tasks on time and on budget.
5. Resourcefulness: Constantly thinking and troubleshooting, able to propose solutions to problems.
6. Good communication skills: Can effectively communicate with clients, peers, suppliers, and contractors.
7. Detail and quality focus: Known for high standards of care, takes pride in their work.
8. Learning and growth: Takes responsibility for their career and actively seeks feedback.

Additional Requirement

Own Vehicle, Valid Driver's Licence, Valid Passport.

Qualifications

BEng / BSc / BTech – Civil / Mechanical Engineer Degree. Minimum 8-10 years' experience. Professionally Registered will be an advantage. Civil 3D and AutoCAD would be advantageous. At least 6 years' experience with pipeline, pump station, and storm water design within the consulting environment. Project and engineering management experience with relevant qualifications would be advantageous. Familiarity with KY-Pipe, EPANET, PC SWWM, HEC RAS, or Bentley simulation software will be an advantage. Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel (Advanced), MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, MS Projects.

Additional Information

What's in it for you? Work-life balance at WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. Our hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices in South Africa.

Inclusivity & Diversity: We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work.

We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

We have employee resource groups that bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity. We understand the importance of development and training to you, and that's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth.