Senior Civil Engineer – Remote Digital Infrastructure Planner

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Aid

Retirement Fund

Home Office Allowance

Internet Connectivity Allowance

Online Training & Virtual Conferences

Performance-based Incentives

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to join a fully remote team, working on digital infrastructure projects, including data centers and smart city initiatives. The role supports site selection, design, and regulatory compliance from any location in South Africa or abroad.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in civil engineering, P.E. licensure preferred, and strong CAD skills. Remote collaboration and autonomous work are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng) designation or equivalent licensure is strongly preferred.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in civil engineering, with a focus on infrastructure, telecommunications, or data center projects.
• Proven experience working effectively in a remote or distributed team environment.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D) and relevant simulation tools.
• Strong understanding of land development, site grading, utility design, and construction methods for digital infrastructure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and deliver high-quality results autonomously.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and adept at time management without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead the civil engineering aspects of digital infrastructure projects, including site selection and design.
• Develop conceptual and detailed designs for underground and above-ground utility systems.
• Conduct feasibility studies and impact assessments for digital infrastructure deployments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote setting.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and project proposals.
• Ensure designs comply with local and international standards for digital infrastructure.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers remotely.
• Use advanced modeling and simulation tools for design optimization and risk assessment.
• Manage project timelines and resource allocation for civil components remotely.

Skills

CAD Software

Remote Work

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Masters in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to join a fully remote team, working on digital infrastructure projects, including data centers and smart city initiatives. The role supports site selection, design, and regulatory compliance from any location in South Africa or abroad.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in civil engineering, P.E. licensure preferred, and strong CAD skills. Remote collaboration and autonomous work are essential for success in this position.