Senior Civil Engineer — Projects & Infrastructure Lead

SARAO; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 950,000 - 1,250,000; Full time

Job summary

SARAO is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to lead or support design, planning, execution and supervision of civil infrastructure projects in support of SARAO operations. The role blends on-site delivery with office planning.

Requirements include B.Tech / B.Eng in Civil Eng with 6+ years or equivalent, ECSA Pr.Eng/Pr.Tech.Eng, and a valid Code B driver's license. Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and NEC4/GCC/FIDIC is essential.

Qualifications

• B.Tech / B.Eng in Civil Engineering with 6+ years experience or B.Eng / B.Sc Hons in Civil Engineering with 4+ years experience.
• Active ECSA registration as Pr.Eng or Pr.Tech.Eng (Compulsory)
• Valid South African Driver’s Licence (Code B)
• Minimum 4 years in design and implementation of civil infrastructure (roads, buildings, water and sanitation)
• Minimum 2 years in site supervision or construction monitoring, preferably as Engineer’s Representative
• Excellent knowledge of NEC4, GCC and FIDIC forms of contract
• Experience with project management, procurement documentation and reporting
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Excellent communication in English

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies, design, procurement, contract administration, supervision, monitoring, and implementation of civil infrastructure projects.
• Assist in technical planning and oversight, reviewing work of engineers, technologists, technicians, and graduates.
• Provide specialist civil engineering input and ensure development of appropriate design solutions.
• Take ownership of project components, integrating multidisciplinary inputs, and supervising small teams where required.
• Prepare technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, BOQs, tender documentation, and reports.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, codes, standards, and quality assurance systems.
• Apply and manage contracts using NEC4, GCC and FIDIC formats.
• Provide guidance for operational support and maintenance initiatives, including troubleshooting of infrastructure challenges.
• Demonstrate effective leadership, planning, organisation, and mentoring capability.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Mentoring

Problem solving

Communication

English proficiency

Education

B.Tech / B.Eng in Civil Engineering (6+ years)

B.Eng / B.Sc Hons in Civil Engineering (4+ years)

Active ECSA registration: Pr.Eng or Pr.Tech.Eng

Valid SA Driver’s Licence (Code B)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Prokon or similar structural software

MS Office

Adobe

Google Drive

Job description

SARAO is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to lead or support design, planning, execution and supervision of civil infrastructure projects in support of SARAO operations. The role blends on-site delivery with office planning.

Requirements include B.Tech / B.Eng in Civil Eng with 6+ years or equivalent, ECSA Pr.Eng/Pr.Tech.Eng, and a valid Code B driver's license. Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and NEC4/GCC/FIDIC is essential.