12 Building Design jobs in South Africa

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Reference: CTE025186-WLe-1

Become part of a renowned multi-disciplinary consulting firm in the role of a Senior Mechanical Engineer. Specialize in designing and developing construction projects, particularly focusing on building services like HVAC, fire compliance, and general mechanical building and plant design needs. Utilize your engineering expertise to guarantee that projects adhere to building safety, reliability, and sustainability criteria.

Duties & Responsibilities

Job Description:

1. Develop mechanical building services specifications and designs to meet client needs and standards
2. Collaborate with architects and contractors to ensure design feasibility and client requirements are met
3. Utilize CAD, Revit, and BIM software for design creation and refinement
4. Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for new designs
5. Manage project documentation and ensure regulatory compliance
6. Coordinate with the project team for timely and quality project completion
7. Identify cost-saving opportunities and propose improvements
8. Facilitate regular project team meetings and maintain stakeholder communication

Skills & Experience

Qualifications:
Minimum 10 years’ experience in Building Services engineering and design
Minimum 5 years post professional registration in mechanical design experience including Construction Management
Strong technical background in engineering
Solid working knowledge of construction implementation processes and standards as well as project management principles
Excellent design skills
Must have MS Office experience

Education

Qualification:
BSc or BEng or BTech in Mechanical Engineering
Registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer

Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.

Contact WIEDAAD LEEMAN on 021 418 1750 , quoting the Ref: CTE025186.

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Building Services Design Engineer Apprentice Apply From: 03/03/2025 Learning Provider

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Employer

FCDO Services

Vacancy Description

Keeping people and information safe.

Solving unique problems.

Broadening your horizons.

It all matters.

Discover what it takes to design building services for brand-new premises, or maintain an 18th Century embassy that’s perfectly suited to the needs of its occupants. With the chance to be based overseas once qualified or take on ad-hoc projects around the world, we’ll provide you with the skills you need to support our Engineers, Surveyors and Architects across a huge variety of construction projects. Along the way, you’ll discover exactly what you’re capable of as you study for a Level 6 Degree in Building Services Design Engineering, and forge a path to becoming a fully-qualified professional.

You will have opportunities to improve your CAD drawing skills.

You will learn how to use specialist building services design software e.g. IES and Amtech.

You will learn how to work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver the most ambitious projects worldwide.

You may have opportunities to travel overseas.

Before you start your application, check that you meet the minimum entry criteria.

Next, complete your application form - it’s time to let us know why you’d be the perfect person for your preferred role. So complete your application form confirming your current qualifications (or predicted grades).

Don’t forget to complete a letter of application too, showing us how you meet the essential criteria for the programme.

Sit back and wait for us to do our application sift. You don’t need to do anything at this stage. We’ll assess your application against the essential criteria for the programme. We progress applications based on merit and who best fits the relevant criteria.

Complete our assessments. If you’re shortlisted, we’ll ask you to complete some assessments that are aligned to our apprenticeship schemes. These may include psychometric testing and group exercise.

Through to the next stage? We’ll invite you to attend a strengths-based interview. We’ll ask specific questions so that we can get an understanding of your basic knowledge of the subject area for the programme you’ve chosen. Plus, it’s a great chance for us to see your passion for your chosen scheme.

We’ll make a conditional offer and complete the relevant vetting.

You’ll then go through our pre-employment enquiries, including checking your references and asking you to attend a medical assessment. Due to the secure nature of our work, we’ll need to vet you. This means you’ll be background checked for national security purposes.

Key Details Vacancy Title

Building Services Design Engineer Apprentice

Employer Description

As a Trading Fund, our main goals are to provide top quality, good value services for our customers. We’re a trusted, agile and global partner, delivering secure services primarily to the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office, but also to other parts of government. Our staff are based where they can offer the best support to customers. This includes stationing 130 employees abroad who live and work in regional hubs across the globe from Washington DC to Brussels, Pretoria to Bangkok. Our primary purpose is to support the delivery of the UK’s diplomatic aims for the FCDO using an annual budget of £200m. In total, we have around 1,200 staff, mostly based in Milton Keynes and roughly 200 working from our Offices Whitehall. Working together across a global network we provide secure working environments that protect people, assets and information.

Vacancy Location

Hanslope Park Hanslope MK19 7BH

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

Key Dates Apply From

03/03/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-03-16 23:59:59

Interview Begin From Possible Start Date

2025-09-01 00:00:00

Learning Provider

To be confirmed

Skills Required

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Creativity, Initiative, Patience.

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Reference: CTE025186-WLe-1

Become part of a renowned multi-disciplinary consulting firm in the role of a Senior Mechanical Engineer. Specialize in designing and developing construction projects, particularly focusing on building services like HVAC, fire compliance, and general mechanical building and plant design needs. Utilize your engineering expertise to guarantee that projects adhere to building safety, reliability, and sustainability criteria.

Duties & Responsibilities

Job Description:

1. Develop mechanical building services specifications and designs to meet client needs and standards
2. Collaborate with architects and contractors to ensure design feasibility and client requirements are met
3. Utilize CAD, Revit, and BIM software for design creation and refinement
4. Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for new designs
5. Manage project documentation and ensure regulatory compliance
6. Coordinate with the project team for timely and quality project completion
7. Identify cost-saving opportunities and propose improvements
8. Facilitate regular project team meetings and maintain stakeholder communication

Skills & Experience

Qualifications:

1. Minimum 10 years’ experience in Building Services engineering and design
2. Minimum 5 years post professional registration in mechanical design experience including Construction Management
3. Strong technical background in engineering
4. Solid working knowledge of construction implementation processes and standards as well as project management principles
5. Excellent design skills
6. Must have MS Office experience

Educational Qualifications

Qualification:

1. BSc or BEng or BTech in Mechanical Engineering
2. Registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer

Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.

Contact WIEDAAD LEEMAN on , quoting the Ref: CTE025186.

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Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Reference: CTE025182-WLe-1
A multi-disciplinary consulting firm is seeking a talented Senior Electrical Design Engineer who will contribute to various building services projects. You will be instrumental in guaranteeing project excellence through electrical power and lighting distribution design, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems. If you're a passionate individual excited to make your imprint in the industry, this opportunity awaits you!

Duties & Responsibilities

Job Description:

1. Craft meticulous electrical building services specifications and designs tailored to client needs and industry standards.
2. Collaborate effectively with architects, contractors, and other professionals to ensure project feasibility and alignment with requirements.
3. Leverage CAD software and engineering tools to refine designs and develop 3D models using CAD, Revit, and BIM software.
4. Conduct thorough feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for the implementation of new techniques.
5. Maintain comprehensive project documentation, encompassing reports and specifications.
6. Ensure strict adherence to regulations and safety standards throughout project lifecycles.
7. Coordinate seamlessly with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure timely, budget-conscious, and high-quality project completion.
8. Identify opportunities for process enhancements and cost-saving measures, offering recommendations to senior management.
9. Facilitate regular project meetings, offering guidance to team members, and keeping stakeholders informed of progress and changes in milestones.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Electrical Design (building services).
• At least five of the 10 years must be post-professional registration and should be in domestic/low voltage design.
• Strong technical background in engineering design and construction.

Qualification

• Hold a BSc, BEng, or BTech degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer.

Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.

Contact WIEDAAD LEEMAN on , quoting the Ref: CTE025182.

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Job Summary

This position requires a Civil Engineering Degree (BTech / BSc / BEng) with at least 3 years of experience in structural design in the building industry, particularly in projects involving roofing structures and trusses.

Minimum Qualifications

• Civil Engineering Degree / BTech / BSc / BEng
• 3 Years in structural design in the building industry
• Experience with roofing structures and gang nail or ultra-span trusses
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data

Duties

• Identify opportunities for sales growth within the trusses and roofing industry in Southern Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Support sales and customer support teams to grow business and access new markets.
• Help solve roofing design issues for internal staff, clients, architects, and engineers.
• Understand and implement relevant SANS codes.

SALARY OFFERED TO SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL DEPEND ON QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.

ONLY APPLICANTS THAT MEET THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED.

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Our client, a well-established consulting engineering firm, is seeking a qualified and bilingual Electrical Design Engineer or Technologist to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will support building services projects across various sectors, contributing to all stages from concept design through to construction supervision. Minimum Requirements: · BTech or BEng in Electrical Engineering · 23 years' experience in electrical building services design within a consulting engineering environment · Bilingual in English and Afrikaans (essential) · Experience in compiling design documentation, specifications, and bills of quantities · Strong understanding of SANS standards and building services codes · Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience and aptitude with Revit modelling and BIM workflows will be a strong advantage Key Responsibilities: · Support the Lead Engineer and design team in the development of building services projects · Prepare detailed electrical designs, reports, and technical specifications · Manage and supervise building services projects during construction · Conduct site assessments and inspections · Compile tender and contract documentation · Liaise with clients, internal teams, and external professionals throughout the project lifecycle · Participate in the preparation and delivery of Revit/BIM models and AutoCAD drawings · Perform regular site inspections to monitor quality and resolve issues Apply Today If you are a motivated and technically skilled individual ready to take your career to the next level, send us your CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Submit your CV to or call XXX-XXX. Visit our website for more exciting career opportunities:

Description
The Global Real Estate and Facilities (GREF) team provides real estate transaction expertise, business partnering, space & occupancy planning, design and construction, capital investment program management and facility maintenance and operations for Amazon's corporate real estate portfolio across multiple countries. We partner with suppliers to ensure quality, innovation and operational excellence with Amazon's business and utilize customer driven feedback to continuously improve and exceed employee expectations.
GREF's Workplace Design and Construction team is looking for a Construction Manager to drive construction services on projects, including tenant improvements, new builds, expansions, and renovations of Amazon corporate facilities. Responsible for delivery of projects from outset of design through operational turnover, this individual must be comfortable operating on both strategic and tactical levels, simultaneously acting as a visionary, an internal ambassador, educator, analyst, solutions architect, and implementer. This role collaborates with leadership and other stakeholders to set a budget and schedule, then drive project objectives, scope, space allocation, cost, prioritization and sequencing of requests all within the set parameters. All of this is accomplished by building strong project teams that thrive and excel through collaboration. Manage contractor performance to ensure timely completion, compliance with cost requirements, organizational standards and other requirements and regulations.
Key job responsibilities
- Represent GREF to internal customers for the delivery of their space.
- Work closely with and influence internal and external stakeholders including architects, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure decisions are made at the appropriate level and Amazon's priorities are always the driving factor.
- Provide management of design and construction projects, which may include the following:
- Develop and implement project strategies and ensure appropriate resources are allocated to complete the project in accordance with the strategy. Develop and maintain project timelines.
- Lead project meetings and progress reviews.
- Provide feedback to design guidelines, including minimum specifications, basis of design for various building systems, etc.
- Guidance of construction, including selection of contractors, contract negotiations, approvals of budgets, change orders, procurement and contracting methods, schedule, and subcontractors.
- Evaluations, approvals, or rejections of changes by customers and other consultants
- Monitor project budgets, track costs and prepare forecasts and accruals, manage change orders and contract modifications, review and approve payments.
- Identify and mitigate project risks, ensure compliance with contracts and regulations, monitor safety standards and requirements, address and resolve project issues.
- Hold Landlords accountable to lease terms such as premises delivery timing and condition.
- Ensure tenant improvement allowances are collected timely.
Basic Qualifications
- Significant professional experience required in Real Estate Development, Architecture/Design, and/or Construction Management.
- Highly competent with productivity software, including Microsoft Office, MS Project and SharePoint.
Preferred Qualifications
- University/Undergraduate degree in construction management, business administration, engineering, architecture, interior design, or a similar discipline.
- Keen understanding of sourcing/procurement, building systems and maintenance, vendor management and customer service.
- Comfortable with legal terms and structures for standard commercial contracts and leases
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer, and we value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. Amazon requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Job Overview

The core purpose of the job focuses on the design and development of construction projects for building services (Power and Lighting), electrical infrastructure, and other structures. The job requires close liaison with architects, project managers, and contractors to ensure that construction projects are designed according to specifications and that they meet building safety, reliability, and sustainability standards.

Kindly note that this is a 4-year FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop Electrical Building Services construction project specifications and designs based on customer requirements and building design standards.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and other construction professionals to ensure that designs are feasible and meet all client project requirements.
• Working knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD) software and other engineering tools to create and refine construction project designs, including creating 3D models and animations using CAD, Revit, and BIM software.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses to determine the viability of new designs and construction techniques.
• Develop and maintain project and contract documentation, including design reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Ensure that construction projects meet statutory and regulatory requirements and adhere to building safety, reliability, and sustainability standards.
• Collaborate with members of the multi-disciplinary project team to ensure that construction projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with defined quality standards.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings and make recommendations to senior project management team members.
• Conduct regular project team meetings and provide guidance and support to the multi-disciplinary team members.
• Ensure that all project stakeholders are kept informed of project progress and project planning and milestone changes.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• BSc/BEng Degree or BTech (Electrical).
• Registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer.
• At least 10 years’ experience in engineering.
• Strong technical background in engineering design and construction.
• Five (5) of the ten (10) years post-professional registration (Pr.Eng) should be in domestic/low voltage design experience including Construction Management.

Package & Remuneration

Market related.

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TRIZ Engineering Solutions is looking for an experienced draughtsman to perform the tasks of an Automotive Service Documentation and CAD Technician. This requires working closely with Lead Engineers and possessing the ability to fit into the DNA of the company culture that is dynamic and embraces change. Apart from being a contained and well-rounded person with a high EQ level, he/she will be required to deal with complexity in a fast-paced environment. The person needs to be a self-starter with attention to detail and bring a positive energy to the work environment, with a willingness to excel in the role.Triz Engineering Solutions ( is a premium product engineering and development company specializing in end-to-end turn-key commercial vehicle development.We provide end-to-end engineering services for commercial vehicle engineering and development from feasibility and conceptualization, through productionization and service support. Our solutions include zero emissions such as battery electric- and fuel cell- as well as hybrid- or conventional-powered products. We also offer solutions for other advanced vehicle technologies such as ADAS, vehicle autonomy, and telematics. Our services are turnkey solutions that are validation tested and ready for mass production.Our product development expertise includes medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicles in applications such as delivery, bus, motorhome, off-highway, refuse, and several other specialized and vocational vehicle markets.Requirements:

• Internationally recognized or South African matric (Grade 12/NQF Level 5)
• Recognized industry technical qualification (2yrs minimum duration)
• Two to Five full-time 3D and 2D CAD experience, post qualification, in any mid-to-high-end CAD Software (Solid works, Solid Edge, Siemens, Creo, Inventor)
• Previous experience in the design and integration of automotive components and a sound knowledge of Siemens NX will be an advantage.
• Be able to show relevant experience in:
  • Manufacturing process exposure (Welding, Sheetmetal, Pipe bending, Harness manufacturing)

Responsibilities: Service Documentation

• Use Siemens NX and -Teamcenter to create and maintain Service Documentation of Truck Chassis Systems such as cab, chassis and/or power train components.
• Assign VMRS codes to OEM truck parts on Teamcenter.
• Publish Service Documentation to the customer database.
• Communicate with customer representatives regarding technical and project requirements
• Plan daily tasks, keep a record of task status, and create reports.
• Interface with Design Engineering to understand the design intent of the relevant Truck
• Other tasks that might be required in line of duty

CAD Drafting

• Design and integration of mechanical or electro-mechanical equipment
• 3D CAD design of sheet metal components, formed piping, hose routing etc.
• Creating 2D manufacturing drawings that include tolerance assignment, welding symbols, GD&T
• Creating complex CAD assemblies of systems, layout/assembly drawings
• Setting up bills of materials

CAD Quality Control

• Operate Siemens NX and Team Center
• Learn customer Engineering Standards and Processes
• Review Engineering CAD Models and Drawings for adherence to standards
• Provide feedback to engineers regarding standards
• Develop and execute non-design intent technical verification activities on engineers’ CAD files
• Provide input into the continuous improvement of CAD processes and standards
• Training Engineering standards to new employees
• Recording CAD and customer standard-related knowledge and experience in a body of knowledge

General Administration

• Assist with planning, tracking, and reporting of drafting service activities.
• Supporting the EPC administrative process for foreign-based team members.
• Contributing to the overall administrative housekeeping and timeous OKR metrics.

Key Skills:

• Attention to detail
• Excellent in task management
• Ability to work under pressure and handle priority changes
• Passionate about automotive engineering and CAD design
• Excellent written and verbal communication (English)
• Computer literacy (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Passionate about efficient and effective administration

Working Hours: 08h00 –17h00, Monday to Friday (subject to change) with core hours and flexi time, and may require overtime as per project.Leave is based on statutory requirements.Remuneration: We offer a highly competitive remuneration package, with provision for RA and MedicalTo apply please submit a copy of your CV and a motivational letter with three contactable referencesOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Job Type: Full-time #J-18808-Ljbffr