Senior Structural Engineer: Lead Design & Mentorship

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Career growth opportunities

Training and development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer for a Polokwane-based role within a respected architectural and engineering firm. You will lead structural design for diverse building projects, ensuring safety, stability and compliance from concept through completion.

You will mentor junior engineers, manage project timelines and budgets, and collaborate with architects and clients to deliver modern, sustainable structures in Limpopo.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
• Professional registration with ECSA as Pr Eng is a prerequisite.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in the structural design of buildings.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software such as ETABS, SAP2000 or Revit Structure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and analysis of building projects, ensuring compliance with codes and standards.
• Develop structural models and perform calculations for loads, stresses and deformations.
• Prepare detailed structural drawings, specifications and reports for construction documentation.
• Collaborate with architects, clients and consultants to achieve optimal design solutions.
• Oversee the construction phase, providing technical support and ensuring design integrity.
• Mentor junior structural engineers and guide their technical development.
• Manage project timelines and budgets for structural tasks.
• Conduct site investigations and structural assessments as required.
• Stay updated on trends and technologies in building structural engineering.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAP2000

Revit Structure

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer for a Polokwane-based role within a respected architectural and engineering firm. You will lead structural design for diverse building projects, ensuring safety, stability and compliance from concept through completion.

You will mentor junior engineers, manage project timelines and budgets, and collaborate with architects and clients to deliver modern, sustainable structures in Limpopo.