Senior Structural Engineer

Wsp In Africa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a qualified Senior Structural Engineer in Cape Town to design and manage structural projects. The ideal candidate should have a BSc in Structural Engineering and at least 7 years of experience. This part-time position offers flexible working conditions, competitive salary, and various benefits, including medical cover. Candidates must be registered as PrEng with ECSA and exhibit excellent project management and teamwork skills.

Benefits

Competitive pay

First class medical cover

Generous annual leave

Paid professional subscriptions

Qualifications

• 7 or more years' experience mainly in structural engineering.
• Registered as PrEng with ECSA.
• Civil engineering and project management experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage structural engineering projects.
• Analysis/review of reinforced concrete and steel structures.
• Lead small design teams and monitor deadlines.

Skills

Project Management

Self-driven

Client focus

Excellent people skills

Computer literacy

Education

Bsc Eng/BEng/BSc (Hons) in Structural Engineering

MEng/MSc

Tools

Revit

Prokon design software

Finite Element design software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer – WSP Africa

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Key Role & Responsibilities

• Design and manage structural engineering projects in a multi-disciplinary consulting engineering environment.
• Responsible for analysis/review of reinforced concrete and steel structures.
• Delivery of projects following a modern BIM workflow; operate Revit models and cloud base platforms.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of structural element estimates, practical construction methods and economic considerations.
• Able to prepare paperless structural schemes.
• Responsible for leading small design teams.
• Produce quality work that conforms to WSP ISO quality standards.
• Monitor and manage the design teams to meet deadlines.
• Client and project team liaison.
• Manage multiple projects including project finance and resources.
• Assist in team management with the senior leadership team.
• Health and Safety: Role model for SHEQ performance and behavior consistent with the company's health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you.
• Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm.
• Embracing, displaying and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is always maintained.

Qualifications

• Bsc Eng/BEng/BSc (Hons) in Structural Engineering.
• MEng/MSc of advantageous.
• 7 or more years' experience mainly in structural engineering.
• Registered as PrEng with ECSA.
• Civil engineering experience advantageous.
• Project Management experience advantageous.

Key Competencies and Generic Skills

• Proven record of delivering in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Excellent people skills – clients and staff.
• Self-driven personality (focused, systematic and controlled).
• Computer literacy (e.g. MS Office Suite) is essential.
• Proficiency in BIM software packages (e.g. Revit, CAD).
• Proficiency in Prokon design software is essential.
• Proficiency in Finite Element design software is necessary and of advantage.
• SAFE, ETABS, Robot or similar.
• Proficiency in simple programming (e.g. MS Excel) essential.
• Proficiency in visual programming environment and parametric design (e.g. Rhino & Grasshopper) of advantage.
• Ability to interact with the office team and construction team.
• Valid ID/Driver's License.
• Take pride and ownership one's work.
• Client focused (Client retention/development).
• Able/Willing to travel.

Additional Information

WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives and making time for the other things in our life is important – be that our families, our friends or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time or having flexible start and finish time will help with this let us know as part of your application. As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous days annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions. Be you, be happy – we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognize the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Professional Services

Job ID

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