Senior Structural Engineering Leader - Hybrid, Nelspruit

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 invites an accomplished Senior Structural Engineering Manager to lead our Nelspruit-based operations. This role oversees the structural design and integrity across commercial, industrial and residential projects in Mpumalanga, combining on-site leadership with remote design tasks.

You will manage a team of engineers, ensure safety and compliance with SA building codes, mentor junior staff, and drive efficiency, quality control and business development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Structural Engineering or related field.
• Pr. Eng registration with ECSA is mandatory.
• 12+ years of structural engineering experience, with 5+ years in management.
• Strong knowledge of structural analysis software and design principles.
• Solid understanding of South African building codes and practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid on-site and remote environment in Nelspruit.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the structural engineering department, including staff development.
• Oversee the structural design process for all projects, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Review and approve structural calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Provide mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers.
• Manage project lifecycles from concept to construction, ensuring safety.
• Liaise with clients, architects, contractors and regulators.
• Develop and implement best practices in structural engineering and quality control.
• Contribute to business development efforts and proposal preparation.
• Ensure efficient resource allocation and scheduling within the Nelspruit team.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Project management

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

STAAD.Pro

ETABS

SAP2000

Job description

Placements24 invites an accomplished Senior Structural Engineering Manager to lead our Nelspruit-based operations. This role oversees the structural design and integrity across commercial, industrial and residential projects in Mpumalanga, combining on-site leadership with remote design tasks.

You will manage a team of engineers, ensure safety and compliance with SA building codes, mentor junior staff, and drive efficiency, quality control and business development.