Senior Road Design Engineer - Transportation Infrastructure

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Provident fund

Annual leave

Training & growth

Career advancement

Work-life balance

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks a Senior Road Design Engineer in Klerksdorp, North West, to lead road and highway projects, manage design teams, and oversee client relationships. You will apply your deep knowledge of geometric design, drainage, and pavement engineering to deliver safe, cost-effective transportation solutions.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, ECSA Pr Eng, 8+ years' road design experience, and proficiency with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and traffic modeling; travel to project sites across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr Eng) is mandatory.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in road design engineering.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and relevant traffic modeling tools.
• In-depth knowledge of geometric design, pavement engineering, drainage design, and earthworks.
• Strong project management skills, including experience with contract administration.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and managing client expectations.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites across the North West province.

Responsabilités

• Lead the design of rural and urban road projects, including geometric design, earthworks, and pavement design.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and tender documents for road construction.
• Conduct traffic analysis and modeling to inform design decisions.
• Oversee drainage design for road infrastructure, ensuring effective stormwater management.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources for road design projects.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities throughout project lifecycles.
• Ensure compliance with relevant South African road design standards and environmental regulations in Klerksdorp.
• Perform site visits for project inception, design verification, and construction supervision.

Connaissances

Road design

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering

Outils

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Traffic modeling

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leading engineering consulting firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Road Design Engineer to contribute to their transportation infrastructure division in Klerksdorp, North West . This role involves the conceptualization, design, and project management of road and highway projects. You will lead design teams, ensure technical excellence, and manage client relationships. The ideal candidate possesses extensive knowledge of road design principles, geometric design, drainage, and traffic engineering. This is a prime opportunity to shape transportation networks and advance your career within a reputable organization. We are committed to delivering high-quality engineering solutions and fostering a collaborative work culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of rural and urban road projects, including geometric design, earthworks, and pavement design.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and tender documents for road construction.
• Conduct traffic analysis and modeling to inform design decisions.
• Oversee drainage design for road infrastructure, ensuring effective stormwater management.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources for road design projects.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities throughout project lifecycles.
• Ensure compliance with relevant South African road design standards (e.g., COTO) and environmental regulations in Klerksdorp .
• Perform site visits for project inception, design verification, and construction supervision.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr Eng) is mandatory.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in road design engineering, with a proven track record on significant projects.
• Proficiency in road design software such as Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and relevant traffic modeling tools.
• In-depth knowledge of geometric design, pavement engineering, drainage design, and earthworks.
• Strong project management skills, including experience with contract administration.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and managing client expectations.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites across the North West province.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary package, commensurate with experience, and potential for performance-based bonuses.

• comprehensive medical aid
• a provident fund
• generous annual leave
• Opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and attending industry-specific training are provided.
• This role offers significant project responsibility and career advancement within our dynamic transportation division, based in Klerksdorp.
• Join a team committed to excellence and innovation in infrastructure development, with a focus on work-life balance and employee well‑being.