Senior Site Engineer - Remote Focus

Placements24

Centurion

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Occasional site visits

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Site Engineer for a remote-centric role. You will guide on-site teams from a distance, review plans, monitor quality, and provide technical problem solving. Occasional site visits keep you connected with field realities and project standards.

The ideal candidate has a Civil Engineering degree with at least 6 years in site engineering, strong CAD and remote tool proficiency, and excellent communication for remote collaboration.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
Minimum of 6 years in site engineering or similar construction role.
Strong understanding of civil engineering principles and materials.
Proficiency with CAD and remote monitoring/digital collaboration tools.
Excellent written and verbal communication for remote interaction.

Responsibilities

Provide remote technical support to on-site teams, solving engineering challenges.
Review plans, drawings, and specs for compliance and feasibility.
Monitor progress and quality remotely via detailed reporting.
Conduct remote QA checks to ensure standards and best practices.
Prepare technical reports, method statements, and site instructions.
Collaborate with project managers and supervisors to mitigate risks.

Skills

Remote collaboration

CAD software

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Remote monitoring tools

Digital collaboration tools

Job description

Our client is looking for a highly competent Senior Site Engineer to provide remote technical expertise and oversight for various construction projects. While site visits may occasionally be required, the primary function of this role involves remote monitoring, technical problem-solving, and quality control support. You will leverage your engineering knowledge and digital tools to ensure projects adhere to design specifications and quality standards. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and excellent communication skills to effectively guide on-site teams from a distance. It's an ideal position for an experienced engineer seeking a more flexible, remote-centric role within the construction industry.

Key Responsibilities

Provide remote technical support and guidance to on-site construction teams, resolving engineering challenges.
Review project plans, drawings, and specifications to ensure compliance and feasibility.
Monitor construction progress and quality remotely through detailed reporting and virtual check-ins.
Conduct remote quality assurance checks and ensure adherence to engineering standards and best practices.
Assist in the preparation of technical reports, method statements, and site instructions.
Collaborate with project managers and site supervisors to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
Minimum of 6 years of experience in site engineering or a similar role within construction.
Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, construction methodologies, and materials.
Proficiency in using digital collaboration tools, CAD software, and remote monitoring technologies.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for remote interaction.

Benefits