Senior Construction Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Significant projects

Medical and retirement benefits

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

CPD and training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Construction Engineer to provide technical leadership on major projects in Bloemfontein. You will help ensure technical integrity, safety, and quality across construction operations, reviewing designs and supervising site activities.

The role requires a minimum of 10 years in construction engineering, a strong track record on large-scale projects, and Pr. Eng registration with ECSA or equivalent.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in construction engineering, with strong focus on project execution and site supervision.
• Proven track record in managing technical aspects of large-scale construction projects.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make critical technical decisions under pressure.
• Professionally registered Engineer (Pr. Eng) with ECSA or equivalent is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical guidance and supervision for all on-site construction engineering activities.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, specs, and methods for compliance and feasibility.
• Oversee implementation of construction plans, monitor progress, ensure technical requirements and quality.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve complex engineering problems during construction.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations on site.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and subcontractors for integrated solutions.

Skills

Site supervision

Project execution

Engineering design review

Problem solving

Pr. Eng registration

Tools

Engineering software

Construction management tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Construction Engineer to provide technical leadership and oversight for major construction projects in Bloemfontein . This role is crucial for ensuring the technical integrity, quality, and safety of construction operations. You will be responsible for reviewing engineering designs, supervising site activities, troubleshooting complex technical challenges, and ensuring compliance with all relevant engineering standards and building codes. This hands-on role offers the chance to contribute significantly to critical infrastructure and building projects within the Free State province, working with a team dedicated to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical guidance and supervision for all construction engineering activities on-site.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, specifications, and construction methods to ensure compliance and feasibility.
• Oversee the implementation of construction plans, monitoring progress and ensuring adherence to technical requirements and quality standards.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve complex engineering problems and technical issues that arise during construction.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations on the construction site.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and subcontractors to ensure seamless integration of engineering solutions.

Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in construction engineering, with a significant focus on project execution and site supervision.
• Proven track record in managing the technical aspects of large-scale construction projects.
• Strong understanding of civil, structural, and mechanical engineering principles relevant to construction.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make critical technical decisions under pressure.
• Proficiency in engineering software and construction management tools.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) registration with ECSA or equivalent is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package, reflecting the seniority and responsibility of the role.
• Opportunity to work on significant and impactful construction projects.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Company vehicle and fuel allowance.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.