Senior Roads & Stormwater Engineer - Provincial Development Projects

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical aid + retirement fund

PD & career progression

Challenging work environment

Northern Cape infrastructure projects

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Roads & Stormwater Engineer for Upington, Northern Cape, to lead design and management of provincial road networks and stormwater systems.

You will oversee hydraulic analysis, geometry, traffic management, and project delivery while mentoring junior staff and liaising with authorities to ensure high standards and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and Pr. Eng. (ECSA) registration is essential.
• Minimum of 9 years of relevant roads and stormwater experience.
• Proficiency in CAD/road design and hydraulic modelling tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of provincial road networks, including geometric design and pavement design.
• Design and manage stormwater systems with culverts, channels, and detention facilities.
• Conduct traffic studies and develop traffic management plans.
• Prepare drawings, calculations, specifications, and contract documents.
• Manage project lifecycles, budgets, timelines and quality.
• Liaise with government departments, clients and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with SANRAL specs, SANS and provincial standards.
• Provide guidance to junior engineers and oversee site investigations.

Skills

Road design

Geometric design

Traffic management

Pavement engineering

Leadership & mentoring

Project management

Stakeholder liaison

Hydraulic analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Civil Designer

MXRoads

HEC-RAS

SWMM

Job description

About the Role Our client, a leading engineering consultancy dedicated to infrastructure development, is seeking a seasoned Senior Roads & Stormwater Engineer to join their team in Upington, Northern Cape . This vital role will involve the planning, design, and management of provincial road infrastructure and comprehensive stormwater management systems. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in geometric road design, traffic management, pavement engineering, and hydraulic analysis for drainage systems. You will lead project teams, liaise with provincial authorities and clients, and ensure all designs meet rigorous engineering standards and regulatory requirements. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to the infrastructure development of the Northern Cape region. We are looking for a proactive, technically proficient engineer with strong leadership and project management skills, committed to delivering sustainable and efficient infrastructure solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of provincial road networks, including geometric design, intersection analysis, and pavement design.
• Design and manage comprehensive stormwater management systems, including culverts, channels, and detention/retention facilities.
• Conduct traffic impact studies and develop traffic management plans.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and contract documents.
• Manage project lifecycles, ensuring adherence to budgets, timelines, and quality standards.
• Liaise with provincial government departments (e.g., Transport, Public Works), municipal clients, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with relevant South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) specifications, SANS, and provincial standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
• Oversee site investigations and construction supervision for road and stormwater elements.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal preparation and client engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) with ECSA is essential.
• A minimum of 9 years of relevant experience in roads and stormwater engineering, with a proven track record in managing infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D), road design software (e.g., Civil Designer, MXRoads), and hydraulic modeling software (e.g., HEC-RAS, SWMM).
• In-depth knowledge of South African road design standards, pavement engineering principles, and stormwater management practices.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, contract administration, and stakeholder liaison.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with projects in the Northern Cape province or similar regional contexts is highly desirable.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, sustainable infrastructure.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package, including performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits such as medical aid and a retirement fund.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development, advanced training, and career progression are actively supported.
• The firm provides a challenging yet rewarding work environment where contributions are valued.
• This role provides the chance to lead significant infrastructure projects that will shape the future of the Northern Cape.