Senior Project Engineer - Infrastructure

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a Senior Project Engineer to lead critical infrastructure projects from concept to handover. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets, schedules, and risks, and ensure compliance with engineering standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Civil Engineering, PrEng registration, 10+ years’ infrastructure experience, and a proven track record delivering projects above R50 million.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• PrEng registration with ECSA is essential.
• At least 10 years of experience in project engineering and management, with a focus on infrastructure.
• Experience managing projects with budgets exceeding R50 million.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management, with Stellenbosch area experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of infrastructure projects, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, monitoring progress and addressing deviations.
• Oversee and coordinate the work of engineering teams, contractors, and consultants involved in the project.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Ensure all project activities comply with relevant engineering codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Team coordination

Education

Master's in Civil Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an accomplished Senior Project Engineer to lead critical infrastructure projects in Stellenbosch. This role requires a strategic thinker with a proven ability to manage complex projects from initiation to closure, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and timeline. You will be responsible for coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing risks, and ensuring compliance with all engineering standards and regulations. The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in large-scale infrastructure development and a passion for building sustainable communities in the Western Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of infrastructure projects, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, monitoring progress and addressing deviations.
• Oversee and coordinate the work of engineering teams, contractors, and consultants involved in the project.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Ensure all project activities comply with relevant engineering codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PrEng) registration with ECSA is essential.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in project engineering and management, with a focus on infrastructure.
• Demonstrated success in managing projects with budgets exceeding R50 million.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with experience in the Stellenbosch area.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact infrastructure projects shaping the region.
• No remote work, requiring full presence at project sites and the office.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development and leadership training.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment fostering excellence.