Senior Civil Engineer: Urban Development & Infrastructure

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional growth

Training & courses

Diverse projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Civil Engineer for a trusted urban development consultancy in Benoni, Gauteng. The role focuses on planning, design and delivery of sustainable urban infrastructure, including roads, stormwater, and public spaces, in collaboration with urban planners, architects and authorities.

The successful candidate will hold a Civil Engineering degree, 5+ years of relevant experience, and ideally Pr Eng or candidate status with ECSA; proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and SWMM is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Pr Eng registration or candidate status with ECSA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of civil engineering experience in urban development or municipal projects.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D) and hydraulic modeling SWMM.
• Solid understanding of South African municipal engineering standards.

Responsibilities

• Design civil infrastructure for urban development projects (roads, intersections, parking, walkways).
• Develop stormwater management designs (culverts, channels, ponds).
• Prepare detailed drawings, calculations, and specifications using CAD tools.
• Conduct feasibility and impact assessments; liaise with authorities for approvals.
• Collaborate with urban planners, landscape architects, and environmental scientists.
• Assist in tender documentation and construction phase support.
• Ensure compliance with bylaws, standards, and sustainable design practices.
• Monitor construction to ensure adherence to designs and quality.

Skills

CAD

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

SWMM

Communication

Teamwork

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

SWMM

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Civil Engineer for a trusted urban development consultancy in Benoni, Gauteng. The role focuses on planning, design and delivery of sustainable urban infrastructure, including roads, stormwater, and public spaces, in collaboration with urban planners, architects and authorities.

The successful candidate will hold a Civil Engineering degree, 5+ years of relevant experience, and ideally Pr Eng or candidate status with ECSA; proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and SWMM is