Water and Sanitation Civil Engineer

Placements24; Komani; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and project-based-b

Flexible remote work arrangements

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a specialized Water and Sanitation Civil Engineer to join the team, focusing on projects that improve essential services in the Eastern Cape region, with conceptual base in Queenstown. The role involves design, planning, and management of water supply systems, wastewater treatment facilities, and related infrastructure.

This position offers a flexible remote work arrangement, enabling collaboration with remote teams while delivering projects with significant social impact

Qualifications

• BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering with a specialization in water or environmental engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in water and sanitation infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in design software (EPANET, SWMM) and CAD tools.
• Strong understanding of water treatment processes and wastewater management.
• Experience in project management and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee the implementation of water treatment plants, distribution networks, and sewerage systems.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling and analysis for water and wastewater systems.
• Prepare detailed designs, technical specifications, and tender documents.
• Manage project execution, including budgeting, scheduling, and contractor oversight.
• Ensure compliance with water quality standards and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with municipal authorities and community stakeholders to ensure project success.

Skills

Hydraulic modeling

Project management

Contract administration

Communication skills

Education

BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering

Tools

EPANET

SWMM

CAD tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Water and Sanitation Civil Engineer to join their team, focusing on projects that improve essential services in the Eastern Cape region, conceptually based in Queenstown . This role is critical for the design, planning, and management of water supply systems, wastewater treatment facilities, and associated infrastructure. You will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of safe and sustainable water solutions to communities. This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to public health and environmental well-being through expert civil engineering, with the flexibility of a remote work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and oversee the implementation of water treatment plants, distribution networks, and sewerage systems.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling and analysis for water and wastewater systems.
• Prepare detailed designs, technical specifications, and tender documents.
• Manage project execution, including budgeting, scheduling, and contractor oversight.
• Ensure compliance with water quality standards, environmental regulations, and public health requirements.
• Collaborate with municipal authorities and community stakeholders to ensure project success.

Requirements

• BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering, with a specialization in water or environmental engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in water and sanitation infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in relevant design software (e.g., EPANET, SWMM) and CAD tools.
• Strong understanding of water treatment processes, wastewater management, and pipe network design.
• Experience in project management and contract administration.
• Excellent communication skills for managing relationships with remote teams and clients.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for project-based bonuses.
• Flexible remote work arrangements allowing for a better work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work on projects with significant social impact.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Professional development support and a collaborative remote team culture.