Wet Services Project Engineer

Wsp; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Cape Town is seeking a Wet Services Project Engineer to design and manage projects related to plumbing and drainage systems. This role requires significant expertise in engineering principles and standards, along with computer literacy in relevant software. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience and be committed to fostering a safe and inclusive work environment. Attractive benefits include flexible working options and competitive pay.

Benefits

First-class medical cover

Generous annual leave

Paid professional subscriptions

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in Wet Services Design and project management is required.
• Professionally registered with ECSA is advantageous.
• Solid experience in tender documents and Bills of Quantities.

Responsibilities

• Perform plumbing and drainage designs in accordance with SANS.
• Generate project budgets and cost reports.
• Compile tender documents for projects.

Skills

Wet Services Design

Project Management

Effective Communication

Computer Literacy

Knowledge of SANS

Education

BSc or BTech in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

The RoleWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Wet Services Project Engineer to join our dynamic team.

This role involves contributing to the design, coordination, and delivery of wet services engineering solutions across various projects.

While the guidelines outlined below serve as a framework for the role, they are not exhaustive and may evolve based on project needs and organizational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

The key responsibilities are to perform a full project engineering scope, which includes:

• Performing full plumbing and drainage designs in accordance with SANS and SANS.
• Knowledge of British codes and applying related to plumbing and drainage advantageous.
• Perform theoretical design.
• Generating project budgets, generating and managing valuation certificates and cost reports.
• Generating tender documents, specifications, measuring and producing Bills of Quantities (B.O.Q's) and compiling JBCC-based tender documents; attendance of site visits and meetings and performing any actions arising therefrom.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behaviour 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 maintained at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• BSc or BTech in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited University.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in Wet Services Design and project management.
• MEPF Building services experience highly advantageous.
• Candidate engineer with ECSA.
• Professionally registered with ECSA highly advantageous.
• Autodesk software experience such as Revit and AutoCAD Software experience advantageous.
• Bluebeam experience advantageous.
• Solid knowledge of SANS.
• Supplemental knowledge of the equivalent CIBSE / BS / ASPE codes highly advantageous.
• Solid and demonstrated experience in project budgets, valuation certificates and cost reports.
• Solid and demonstrated experience in tender documents, measuring of Bills of Quantities (BOQ's) and compiling JBCC-based tender documents.

KEY COMPETENCIES AND GENERIC SKILLS

• Must be mobile and have own transport.
• Computer literacy.
• Effective communication skills (written and oral) fluency in English essential.
• Ability to travel to remote project sites as required.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

We recognize that work is only one part of our lives, and making time for the other things in our lives is important – be it our families, our friends, or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time, or having flexible start and finish times will help with this, let us know as part of your application.

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, we offer standard benefits including first-class medical cover, generous 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. We recognize the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring.

Here at WSP we are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, and actively encourage candidates from designated groups, including black people, women, and persons with disabilities, to apply. As part of our commitment to transformation and equity, we will give due consideration to affirmative action measures where applicable.

If you are a person with a disability and meet the inherent requirements of the role, please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodation or support during the recruitment process.

With us, you can. Apply today.