Senior Civil Engineer - Infrastructure Development

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Remote work options

Professional development & training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead design, planning, and execution of civil infrastructure projects in the Nelspruit region (Mbombela). The role focuses on roads, bridges, and water systems, with emphasis on quality, sustainability, and timely delivery.

You will manage projects, coordinate with clients and authorities, and apply strong technical expertise across geotechnical, structural, and transportation engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in civil infrastructure design and project management.
• Pr. Eng registration with ECSA is essential.
• Proficiency in civil design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Civil Designer, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of structural analysis, geotechnical engineering, and transportation engineering principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and planning of civil infrastructure projects, including roads, highways, and water/wastewater systems.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Conduct site investigations, feasibility studies, and impact assessments.
• Oversee construction supervision and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, building codes, and environmental regulations.
• Manage project teams, liaise with clients, and coordinate with regulatory authorities.

Skills

Civil design

Pr. Eng ECSA

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Geotech knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Civil Designer

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic engineering consultancy, is seeking a skilled Senior Civil Engineer to contribute to major infrastructure development projects in the Nelspruit region. This role involves leading the design, planning, and execution of civil engineering works, including roads, bridges, and water systems. You will work on challenging projects that shape the future of the region's infrastructure, collaborating with a team of dedicated professionals. The position demands strong technical expertise, excellent project management skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and planning of civil infrastructure projects, including roads, highways, and water/wastewater systems.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Conduct site investigations, feasibility studies, and impact assessments.
• Oversee construction supervision and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, building codes, and environmental regulations.
• Manage project teams, liaise with clients, and coordinate with regulatory authorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in civil infrastructure design and project management.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) registration with ECSA is essential.
• Proficiency in civil design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Civil Designer, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of structural analysis, geotechnical engineering, and transportation engineering principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on significant and impactful infrastructure projects.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options.
• A collaborative and innovative engineering environment.