Senior Civil Engineer – Commercial & Industrial Dev (Hybrid)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 750,000 - 840,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary R750k–R840k peryear

Medical aid

Pension fund

Annual performance bonuses

Hybrid work arrangement

Continuous professional development

Career growth in Gauteng

Job summary

Placements24, a prestigious engineering and project management firm in Sandton, seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to lead the design of large-scale commercial, industrial, and residential developments. You will guide project teams, manage budgets and timelines, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role requires a B.Eng.

in Civil Engineering, Pr. Eng. registration with ECSA, and 8+ years of post‑graduate experience, with strong site development and infrastructure expertise in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• B.Eng. or equivalent degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) is essential.
• Minimum of 8 years of post‑graduate experience in civil engineering with focus on site development and infrastructure for commercial/industrial projects.
• Proficiency in civil design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Civil Designer, or similar.
• In‑depth knowledge of stormwater management, hydrological analysis, and hydraulic design.
• Experience in project management including budget control, scheduling, and team leadership.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in Sandton and broader Gauteng commercial development landscape is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the civil engineering design for large‑scale commercial, industrial, and residential developments.
• Oversee site grading, earthworks, stormwater drainage systems, and utility services design.
• Prepare comprehensive civil design reports, drawings, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Manage civil engineering aspects of projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Liaise with clients, municipal authorities, regulatory bodies, and other consultants.
• Conduct site assessments, feasibility studies, and due diligence investigations.
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to junior engineering staff.
• Ensure designs comply with SANS, NBR, and local authority requirements.
• Review contractor submittments and provide site support during construction phases.
• Contribute to development of proposals and support business development initiatives.

Skills

Stormwater management

Project management

Communication

Team leadership

Problem solving

Multidisciplinary coordination

Sandton Gauteng development landscape

Education

B.Eng. in Civil Engineering

Professional registration with ECSA (Pr. Eng.)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Civil Designer

Job description

Placements24, a prestigious engineering and project management firm in Sandton, seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to lead the design of large-scale commercial, industrial, and residential developments. You will guide project teams, manage budgets and timelines, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role requires a B.Eng.

in Civil Engineering, Pr. Eng. registration with ECSA, and 8+ years of post‑graduate experience, with strong site development and infrastructure expertise in Gauteng.