Senior Civil Engineering Technologist

Powerpoint Lifestyles; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in KwaZulu-Natal, Durban is seeking a Senior Civil Engineering Technologist to lead the design and execution of civil services for various infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a BTech, BEng, or BSc in Civil Engineering, ECSA professional registration, and 7–10 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing project design teams, conducting feasibility studies, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Join a team focused on creating sustainable infrastructure solutions for communities.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of relevant experience is required.
• Valid driver's licence is essential.
• Strong proficiency in engineering design software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and monitoring of civil infrastructure projects.
• Deliver civil engineering designs for private and public sector clients.
• Manage projects, oversee design teams, and ensure quality deliverables.
• Conduct feasibility and technical studies and site investigations.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil Designer

Model Maker

Civil3D

Leadership

Effective Communication

Education

BTech / BEng / BSc in Civil Engineering

ECSA professional registration (Pr Tech Eng / Pr Eng)

Job description

Job Title:

Senior Civil Engineering Technologist

Location:

KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Application Deadline:

January 03, 2026

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Job Description:

Our client is a trusted provider of effective engineering and project management solutions. They are committed to improving the living environment of all South Africans through practical, comprehensive, and sustainable infrastructure development. Join a team driven by innovation, technical excellence, and meaningful community impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, design, and monitoring of urban, rural, and municipal civil infrastructure projects.
• Deliver civil engineering designs for private and public sector clients.
• Manage projects, oversee design teams, and ensure quality deliverables.
• Conduct feasibility and technical studies, site investigations, and design reviews.
• Administer contracts, prepare tender documentation, and supervise tender evaluation processes.
• Identify and manage project risks, design changes, and resource requirements.
• Engage with clients, stakeholders, and site teams through regular meetings and inspections.
• Provide strategic input to the Department Head and mentor technicians and trainees.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety requirements, permits, and environmental regulations.
• Resolve technical challenges with innovative, logical, and practical solutions.

Reporting Structure:

Reports to: Department Head

Supervises: Technicians and Trainees

Minimum Requirements:

• BTech / BEng / BSc in Civil Engineering
• ECSA professional registration (Pr Tech Eng / Pr Eng) — Essential
• 7–10 years’ relevant experience
• Valid driver’s licence
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil Designer, Model Maker, and Civil3D — essential
• Leadership and Effective Communication

Job Purpose:

To lead and execute the end-to-end design of civil services for private developments, township projects, and municipal service infrastructure from inception to final handover while managing contract administration, tender processes, technical reviews, and stakeholder communication.

Additional Duties:

• Oversee site supervision and provide technical advice to contractors.
• Monitor budgets, schedules, resource allocation, and project milestones.
• Prepare weekly progress reports and monthly project status reports.
• Participate in short-term, medium-term, and long-term project planning cycles.
• Maintain consistent documentation, reporting, and verbal updates for management and stakeholders.
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