Senior Roads Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Continuous training

Workshops

Opportunities for advancement

Dynamic work environment

Exposure to challenging projects

Work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Roads Engineer to lead road and highway design projects in Bloemfontein. You will drive geometric layouts, earthworks, and pavement design while managing design teams and client relationships.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in roads engineering, proficiency with AutoCAD/Civil 3D/MXRoads, and a solid understanding of pavement design principles. Mentoring and collaboration are key in this role in the Free State.

Qualifications

• Must have a Civil Engineering degree (BEng/BSc).
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is highly desirable.
• 7+ years in roads/highways engineering.
• Proficiency in road design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MXRoads).
• Strong knowledge of pavement design principles and materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of road and highway projects, including geometric layout, earthworks, and pavement design.
• Manage project teams to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Conduct traffic studies and capacity analyses, and develop traffic management plans.
• Prepare detailed design drawings, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Oversee construction supervision and provide technical support on site.
• Liaise with clients, government agencies and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with road design standards (e.g., REDbook, COLTO).
• Mentor junior staff and share technical knowledge.
• Review and approve designs and technical submissions.
• Undertake site visits and investigations in the Free State.

Skills

Road geometry design

Pavement engineering

Traffic modeling

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Contract administration

Education

BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MXRoads

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading infrastructure development firm, is looking for a Senior Roads Engineer to join their established team in Bloemfontein . This role is central to the planning, design, and project management of significant road and highway infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for leading design teams, ensuring technical excellence, and managing client relationships. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in road geometric design, pavement engineering, and traffic management. Contribute to the development of critical transportation networks in the Free State and enhance your career in a company known for its commitment to quality and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of road and highway projects, including geometric layout, earthworks, and pavement design.
• Manage project teams, ensuring timely and cost-effective project delivery.
• Conduct traffic studies, capacity analyses, and develop traffic management plans.
• Prepare detailed design drawings, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Oversee construction supervision and provide technical support to site teams.
• Liaise with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with relevant road design standards (e.g., REDbook, COLTO).
• Mentor junior engineering staff and contribute to technical knowledge sharing.
• Review and approve designs and technical submissions.
• Undertake site visits and investigations as required in the Free State .

Requirements

• BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in roads and highways engineering.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in road design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MXRoads, or similar.
• Strong understanding of pavement design principles and materials.
• Experience with traffic modeling software is advantageous.
• Excellent project management and leadership skills.
• Strong communication and report-writing abilities.
• Knowledge of contract administration principles.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment in Bloemfontein .

Benefits

• competitive salary
• performance bonuses
• comprehensive medical aid
• retirement fund benefits
• continuous training
• workshops
• opportunities for advancement
• dynamic work environment
• exposure to challenging projects
• strong emphasis on work-life balance