Professional Civil Engineer

Reporting to: Department Manager

Direct Reports: Technicians, Engineers, Draughtspersons

Overview

An established engineering consultancy based in Cape Town is seeking a highly experienced Civil Engineer to join its professional team. The successful candidate will play a senior role in the planning, design, project management, and contract administration of civil engineering infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on township engineering.

This role is suited to a technically strong engineer with proven leadership capability, client-facing experience, and the ability to manage complex civil engineering projects from inception through to completion.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualification:

BTech or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional registration (PrEng or eligible)

• Experience:

o 8 to 12 years’ proven experience in civil engineering

o Demonstrated experience in:

 Roads, stormwater, sewer and water systems design

 Project management

 Contract administration

Key Responsibilities

The Civil Engineer will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

Technical & Design

• Act as Project Leader or Senior Design Engineer on civil engineering projects

• Perform complex civil engineering designs across all aspects of township engineering

• Review and approve project designs and drawings

• Initiate and participate in design reviews, including peer review of other engineers’ projects

• Investigate and propose alternative engineering solutions

• Compile, review, and sign off on technical reports and project documentation

Project & Contract Management

• Manage projects from inception to completion, including scope, timelines, and deliverables

• Prepare manhour budgets and control project finances

• Compile project reports, project sheets, and maintain accurate project records

• Prepare contract documentation and technical specifications, including performance and acceptance criteria

• Monitor and administer construction contracts

• Oversee tendering processes and procurement activities

• Ensure projects are archived in line with current requirements

Quality & Compliance

• Maintain and enforce ISO 9001 quality assurance standards across all projects

• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, legislation, and client requirements

Client & Business Development

• Assist clients with project inception and sourcing of project funding

• Initiate client surveys and request client reference letters

• Take an active role in marketing, client engagement, and identifying future project opportunities

• Support the procurement of new work and business development initiatives

Leadership & Team Management

• Manage and mentor technicians, technologists, and engineers

• Allocate and manage drafting, design, and detailing resources

• Coach, train, and develop junior and mid-level staff

• Assist with managing staffing resources within the division

• Contribute to identifying and addressing the division’s training and development needs

General

• Perform any additional duties as required by the Department Manager or Managing Director

Key Competencies

• Strong technical expertise in civil infrastructure design

• Proven project management and contract administration skills

• Excellent leadership, mentoring, and people management ability

• Strong client-facing and communication skills

• Commercial awareness and financial control capability

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality standards

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on complex and high-impact civil engineering projects

• Senior role within a professional and collaborative engineering environment

• Career growth and leadership development opportunities

• Competitive remuneration aligned to experience and qualifications