Senior Structural Engineer – Lead Projects & Mentorship

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Performance bonuses

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead complex building projects in Midrand, Gauteng. You will ensure structural integrity, safety and efficiency while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with architects, contractors and clients.

The role requires a Bachelors or Masters in Civil/Structural Engineering, Pr Eng with ECSA preferred, 7–10 years of building-structures experience, and proficiency in SAP2000, ETABS, Revit Structure and AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from a recognized institution.
• PR Eng registration with ECSA is highly preferred.
• 7–10 years of progressive experience in structural engineering, focusing on building structures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural analysis and design for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
• Prepare detailed drawings, specifications and reports using relevant software.
• Oversee structural aspects of construction projects to ensure compliance with design and codes.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors and clients to resolve design and construction issues.
• Perform site visits and inspections to monitor progress and quality.
• Review and approve shop drawings and material submittals.
• Mentor and guide junior structural engineers.
• Stay updated with the latest structural engineering and construction technologies.
• Ensure designs meet SANS and applicable regulations.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

SAP2000

ETABS

Revit Structure

AutoCAD

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead complex building projects in Midrand, Gauteng. You will ensure structural integrity, safety and efficiency while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating with architects, contractors and clients.

The role requires a Bachelors or Masters in Civil/Structural Engineering, Pr Eng with ECSA preferred, 7–10 years of building-structures experience, and proficiency in SAP2000, ETABS, Revit Structure and AutoCAD.