Research jobs in South Africa

A medium-sized Consulting company with offices across South Africa and a reputation for technical excellence are looking to hire a Lead Engineer with experience in water processing and / or wastewater treatment design to join their Head Office in Pretoria.

Minimum Requirements :

• Recognised Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Relevant Post Graduate training in Wastewater / water treatment.
• Registered as a Pr Eng with ECSA.
• Working knowledge of GCC, FIDIC, NEC and JBCC.
• Active member in CESA / SAICE / WISA / AWWA
• Pr CPM. and / or PMP
• 10-15 years of experience in design of water and / or wastewater treatment plants.
• Experience in the use of Conditions of Contract relevant to the nature of work (NEC, FIDIC, JBCC and / or GCC contracts) is advantageous

Your responsibilities will include :

• Head / lead the water / wastewater treatment section within the water and sanitation division.
• Active marketing of the service with clients, prepare and submit proposals and tender documents.
• Write and present proposals to government, public interest groups, or community group.
• Manage the execution of planning, design, and supervision of projects in this field.
• Work with other specialists to augment skills and capacity.
• Independently manage projects to monitor performance and ensure financial success.
• Perform research and write technical papers for publication or presentation at industry related conferences.
• Participate in professional organizations for marketing, industry recognition and networking.
• Client liaison, including meetings and reporting.
• Keep abreast with technology development and research in the relevant fields of Water & Sanitation.
• Lead, challenge, and inspire technical staff (including coaching / mentoring young professionals / graduate engineers, technologists and technicians through substantive engagement and communication.
• Compliance with and managing direct reports compliance with the company’s Quality Management System (ISO9001 : 2015) Business Management System (BMS) and the Project Management Online Guide (PMOG).