Senior Civil Engineer

Sendtraffic, A Division Of Atrinsic; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 850 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consulting engineering firm is seeking a Professionally Registered Senior Civil Engineer to lead infrastructure projects in Johannesburg. Responsibilities include managing designs, project teams, and client relationships while ensuring high-quality standards. Candidates must have a BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering, professional registration with ECSA, and at least 15 years of experience. This full-time position offers the opportunity for mentorship and leadership within the engineering team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years' experience in civil engineering projects and site supervision.
• At least 3 years' experience managing EPWP type projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of roads, sewerage, water, and stormwater systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and project management for civil infrastructure projects.
• Review and approve project designs and drawings.
• Manage project teams and ensure quality assurance.

Skills

Project management

Client liaison

Civil 3D

Technical report writing

Mentorship and training

Education

BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering (NQF Level 7)

Professional Registration with ECSA (Pr Eng)

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

Our client in the consulting engineering environment is seeking a Professionally Registered Senior Civil Engineer to lead the delivery of civil infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will oversee design, project management, and contract administration, while mentor technical teams and maintaining high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Act as Project Leader / Senior Design Engineer on multidisciplinary civil projects
• Lead project inception and costing with clients
• Investigate and propose alternative technical solutions
• Prepare, compile, and review technical and project reports
• Manage project teams responsible for drafting, design, and detailing
• Perform complex civil designs, including roads, water, sewer, and stormwater systems
• Review project designs and drawings, and conduct design reviews for other projects
• Maintain ISO quality assurance standards across all deliverables
• Prepare man-hour budgets, monitor project finances, and ensure cost control
• Manage tendering processes, including documentation and bid submissions
• Administer contracts, monitor site works, and ensure compliance with technical specifications
• Engage with clients to maintain strong relationships and identify future opportunities
• Mentor, coach, and train technicians, technologists, and engineers
• Assist with staff resource management and oversee division training needs
• Archive completed projects and compile project sheets for reference
• Support business development through marketing, client engagement, and tender preparation
• Undertake any other duties as required by departmental or executive management

Requirements

• BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering (NQF Level 7)
• Professional Registration with ECSA (Pr Eng) - essential
• Minimum 15 years' experience in design, site supervision, and contract documentation of civil engineering projects
• At least 3 years' experience managing Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) type projects
• Proficient in Civil 3D and experienced in municipal infrastructure design
• Strong technical knowledge of roads, sewerage, water, and stormwater systems
• Proven experience in project management, tender preparation, and client liaison

Desired Skills

• Civil 3D (desired)
• Desired Accreditations: Engineering Council of South Africa

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