Senior Project Civil Engineer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Substantial annual salary and bonuses

Health and retirement benefits

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible office/site arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Civil Engineer to lead a portfolio of infrastructure projects in Vereeniging. You will oversee projects from conception to completion, ensuring on-time delivery, budget control, and high-quality standards.

You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance with technical and regulatory requirements. A PE registration with ECSA is preferred, with extensive leadership and procurement experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management of civil infrastructure projects.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA or equivalent.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of contract law and procurement procedures.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of civil engineering projects, from planning and design to construction and handover.
• Develop project plans, including scope, budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Lead and coordinate project teams, including engineers, technicians, and administrative staff.
• Oversee procurement processes, including tender evaluation and contract administration.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Senior Project Civil Engineer to lead and manage a portfolio of infrastructure projects in the Vereeniging area. This role involves overseeing projects from conception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for coordinating project teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with all technical and regulatory requirements. This is a leadership opportunity within a reputable engineering firm in Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of civil engineering projects, from planning and design to construction and handover.
• Develop project plans, including scope, budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Lead and coordinate project teams, including engineers, technicians, and administrative staff.
• Oversee procurement processes, including tender evaluation and contract administration.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management of civil infrastructure projects.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA or equivalent.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of contract law and procurement procedures.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Substantial annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and insurance benefits.
• Company vehicle and fuel allowance.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Flexible work arrangements combining office and site-based activities in Vereeniging .