Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Conduct feasibility studies, design, procurement, contract administration, supervision, monitoring, and implementation of civil infrastructure projects.
• Assist in technical planning and oversight, reviewing work of engineers, technologists, technicians, and graduates.
• Provide specialist civil engineering input and ensure the development of appropriate design solutions.
• Take ownership of project components, integrating multidisciplinary inputs, and supervising small teams where required.
• Prepare technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, BOQs, tender documentation, and reports.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, codes, standards, and quality assurance systems.
• Apply and manage contracts using NEC4, GCC and FIDIC formats.
• Provide guidance for operational support and maintenance initiatives, including troubleshooting of infrastructure challenges.
• Demonstrate effective leadership, planning, organisation, and mentoring capability.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Qualification:

• Tech / B.Eng. in Civil Engineering with 6+ years experience
• Eng / B.Sc Hons in Civil Engineering with 4+ years experience
• Active ECSA registration as Pr.Eng or Pr.Tech.Eng (Compulsory)
• Valid SA Driver's Licence (Code B)

Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years in the design and implementation of civil infrastructure (roads, buildings, water and sanitation).
• Minimum of 2 years in site supervision or construction monitoring, preferably as Engineer's Representative.

Experience in:

• Project management and reporting
• Planning, design reviews, feasibility studies
• Compilation of procurement documentation (tenders, specifications, drawings, BOQs)
• Contract administration and stakeholder liaison
• Technical proposal writing and document preparation
• Operational support and site troubleshooting

Knowledge and Skills:

• Government procurement processes and supply chain management
• Application of NEC4, GCC and FIDIC standard forms of contract
• ISO9001 Quality Management Systems
• National and international standards (e.g., SANS 1200, COTO)
• Work methods, designs, and technical processes within civil infrastructure disciplines
• Design software:
• AutoCAD Civil 3D (essential)
• Prokon or similar structural software (advantageous)
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Adobe, Google Drive, and related platforms

Skills Required