Senior Resident Engineer - Roadworks (Cape Town)

Lexdan Select

Wes-Kaap

On-site

ZAR 781,000 - 1,004,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Lexdan Select is seeking a Senior Resident Civil Engineer (Roadworks) based in Cape Town. You will manage road construction contracts as the Employer’s Agent, overseeing site teams, ensuring quality, and coordinating stakeholders.

Requirements include a BSc/BEng/BTech in Civil Engineering and ECSA Pr Eng/Pr Tech Eng registration, with 10+ years’ civil roadworks experience and proven road rehab projects. Salary ranges R70-90k per month.

Qualifications

Degree in Civil Engineering (BSc, BEng or BTech).
Registration with ECSA as Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng.
Minimum 10 years’ post-qualification experience on civil roadworks.
Proven delivery of >=5 road rehab/resurfacing projects as Resident Engineer or Engineer’s Rep.
Strong knowledge of road construction including earthworks, pavements, asphalt, drainage.

Responsibilities

Manage and administer road construction contracts and act as the Employer’s Agent/Engineer’s Representative.
Oversee contractors, subcontractors, and site teams to ensure quality workmanship and compliance with specifications, drawings, and standards.
Monitor construction progress, review contractor programmes, payment certificates, and claims.
Coordinate site meetings, prepare progress reports, and liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
Provide technical oversight on asphalt and concrete pavement works, materials engineering, and quality control.
Maintain professional conduct, integrity, and compliance with ECSA standards and sustainable engineering practices.