Senior Civil Engineer - Transportation Planning

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & incentives

Medical aid & retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Civil Engineer specializing in Transportation Planning to join our client in Sandton, Gauteng. The role focuses on developing strategic transportation plans, conducting traffic impact studies, and designing efficient urban and regional mobility networks.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, engage government agencies and developers, and contribute to policy development while mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Master's in Civil Engineering with Transportation specialization.
• Pr. Eng. or Pr. Tech. Eng registration with ECSA.
• 8+ years of transportation planning and traffic engineering experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS, and transport modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation master plans, feasibility studies, and traffic impact assessments.
• Conduct traffic modeling and analysis with industry software (VISSIM, SIDRA).
• Design traffic management schemes and public transport facilities.
• Liaise with clients, municipal authorities, provincial departments, and other stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and planners.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, presentations, and proposals.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends in transportation engineering.
• Manage project teams, budgets, and timelines for transportation planning projects.
• Ensure designs and plans comply with relevant transportation policies and engineering standards.

Skills

Transportation modeling

Traffic engineering

Land use planning

Project leadership

Communication skills

Education

Master's in Civil Engineering (Transportation)

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Transport modeling software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Civil Engineer specializing in Transportation Planning to join their prestigious firm in Sandton.

This role is critical for developing strategic transportation plans, conducting traffic impact studies, and designing efficient transportation systems for urban and regional development projects across Gauteng.

You will lead project teams, engage with key stakeholders, including government agencies and private developers, and contribute to the shaping of future mobility solutions.

The ideal candidate possesses extensive knowledge of transportation modeling, traffic engineering principles, and land use planning, coupled with strong analytical and communication skills.

This is an excellent opportunity to influence major infrastructure development and advance your career in transportation engineering. We are committed to fostering a professional environment that encourages innovation and career progression. Join us in building smarter, more sustainable transportation networks for the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of transportation master plans, feasibility studies, and traffic impact assessments.
• Conduct traffic modeling and analysis using industry-standard software (e.g., VISSIM, SIDRA).
• Design traffic management schemes, intersection improvements, and public transport facilities.
• Liaise with clients, municipal authorities, provincial departments, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure designs and plans comply with relevant transportation policies and engineering standards.
• Manage project teams, budgets, and timelines for transportation planning projects.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, presentations, and proposals.
• Provide expert advice on transportation planning matters and contribute to policy development.
• Mentor junior engineers and planners.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in transportation engineering.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Transportation Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional registration as Pr. Eng. or Pr. Tech. Eng. with ECSA is required.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in transportation planning and traffic engineering.
• Proven experience in transportation modeling software and traffic analysis techniques.
• Strong understanding of urban planning principles and land development processes.
• Demonstrated project management and leadership skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Proficiency in relevant software such as AutoCAD, GIS, and transport modeling packages.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Valid driver's license.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advanced training.
• Involvement in high-profile and impactful transportation projects.
• A professional and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Career growth opportunities within a leading consultancy.
• Access to cutting-edge transportation planning tools and data.
• Company vehicle or travel allowance.
• Employee wellness programs and support.