Water jobs in South Africa

Senior Civil Engineer

• Lead the design and development of bulk water supply systems including pipelines, pumping stations, and reservoirs.

• Lead the design and development of sewer systems including rising mains and WWTW (Wastewater Treatment Works).

• Develop feasibility studies, cost estimates, and technical specifications.

• Coordinate design of water and sewer infrastructure with other disciplines.

• Oversee the planning and execution of bulk water and sewer projects from inception to completion.

• Provide leadership and manage the team, including mentorship.

• Perform financial planning and management.

• Manage risk and contracts.

• Ensure compliance with relevant national and international standards and regulations (e.g., environmental health and safety).

• Handle stakeholder management.

• Engage in integrated water resources management.

• Perform other tasks related to the position.

• BSc. Eng. (Civil) / B.Eng. Civil or BTech Civil or equivalent.

• SAQA verification required where applicable.

• Masters Degree in Civil Engineering is an added advantage.

• Registered with ECSA as PrEng or PrTechEng.

• Project Management Registration (SACPCMP) is an added advantage.

• Minimum 10 years or more of relevant experience, with at least 3 years at a senior level.

• Experience in bulk water and sewer project design and implementation.

• Bulk water and bulk sewer infrastructure master plans.

• Feasibility studies, design, and construction of water supply and sewer schemes.

• Report writing and presentation skills.

• Surge analysis.

• Pump stations.

• Water Treatment Works (WTW) & Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW).

• Contract administration and project management.

• Knowledge of construction contracts (FIDIC, NEC, JBCC, and GCC).

• Civil 3D or Civil Designer or WaterGEMS.

• AutoCAD.

• MS Projects.