Senior Remote Water Infrastructure Project Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full remote

Career growth

Public health impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Civil Project Engineer to design, plan and manage water and wastewater infrastructure projects from a fully remote setup in South Africa. The role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders, rigorous technical accuracy, and timely delivery of critical water systems.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and communicate effectively in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, water/environmental focus.
• ECSA registration is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in water and wastewater design/management.
• Proficiency in CAD: AutoCAD, Civil 3D; hydraulic modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and design of water supply, distribution, and wastewater systems.
• Prepare calculations, drawings, specs, and tender docs.
• Coordinate with sub-consultants, contractors and clients.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and report status.
• Ensure designs meet standards and regulations.
• Provide technical support during construction phase.
• Conduct QC reviews of deliverables.
• Participate in virtual meetings and maintain communication.
• Contribute to proposals and BD activities.

Skills

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

Project coordination

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

ECSA registration (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Hydraulic modeling tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Civil Project Engineer to design, plan and manage water and wastewater infrastructure projects from a fully remote setup in South Africa. The role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders, rigorous technical accuracy, and timely delivery of critical water systems.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and communicate effectively in a remote-first environment.