Senior Civil Engineer - Remote Infrastructure Lead

Placements24

Durban

Hybrid

ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous annual leave

Paid sick leave

International exposure opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa invites a Senior Civil Engineer to join our client’s remote-enabled team, focusing on infrastructure projects across KwaZulu-Natal and beyond. You will lead design, feasibility studies, and tender documentation for roads, water, and sanitation while mentoring juniors and coordinating with regulators and clients.

The role offers a fully remote setup with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to impact communities and potentially

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering.
Professional registration (Pr. Eng.) with ECSA is a mandatory requirement.
10+ years of progressive experience in civil infrastructure design and management.
Expertise in transportation engineering, hydraulics, and urban planning.
Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bentley.

Responsibilities

Lead detailed design and planning of large-scale civil infrastructure projects.
Conduct feasibility studies, site assessments, and environmental impact analyses.
Develop specifications, contract documents, and cost estimates for tenders.
Oversee project execution, ensuring timelines, budgets and quality.
Mentor remote junior engineers and staff, sharing knowledge.