Wet Services Project Engineer

Wsp In Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in South Africa seeks a Wet Services Project Engineer. The role involves designing plumbing and drainage systems, managing project budgets, and generating tender documents. Ideal candidates will have a BSc or BTech in Mechanical Engineering and 3-5 years of experience in Wet Services Design. Opportunities for flexible working arrangements and competitive benefits are provided.

Benefits

Competitive pay

First-class medical cover

Generous annual leave

Paid professional subscriptions

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Wet Services Design.
• Candidate engineer with ECSA registration highly advantageous.
• Solid knowledge of SANS and related codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform full plumbing and drainage designs in accordance with SANS.
• Generate theoretical designs and project budgets.
• Attend site visits and meetings as required.

Skills

Plumbing design

Drainage design

Effective communication

Project management

Education

BSc or BTech in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Job description

Employer Statement

We are committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment.

The Role

Wet Services Project Engineer

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

• Perform full plumbing and drainage designs in accordance with SANS.
• Knowledge of British codes and related plumbing and drainage applications advantageous.
• Generate theoretical designs, project budgets, valuation certificates and cost reports.
• Generate tender documents, specifications measurements, Bills of Quantities (BOQ's) and compile JBCC-based tender documents.
• Attend site visits, meetings and perform any actions arising therefrom.
• Model SHEQ performance standards, contribute to SHEQ risk identification and processes to achieve Zero Harm.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• BSc or BTech in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 3‑5 years of experience in Wet Services Design and project management.
• MEPF Building services experience highly advantageous.
• Candidate engineer with ECSA registration highly advantageous.
• Professional registration with ECSA highly advantageous.
• Experience with Autodesk software such as Revit and AutoCAD advantageous.
• Experience with Bluebeam advantageous.
• Solid knowledge of SANS and 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, measurement of Bills of Quantities (BOQ's) and compiling JBCC-based tender documents.

Key Competencies and Generic Skills

• Must be mobile and have own transport.
• 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.

Additional Information

What if we can have a work‑life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP – we can!

WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives, and making time for the other things in our lives is important – be that 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, WSP offers 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 to WSP.

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.

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.

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