416 Civil Engineer jobs in South Africa

Summary

Our client in Centurion is looking for an In-House Civil Engineer to support the design, regulatory compliance, and erection of outdoor advertising billboards. The successful candidate will be responsible for site assessments, structural design, regulatory approvals, and construction oversight to ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective installations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site assessments considering soil stability, topography, drainage, and geotechnical factors.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to optimize billboard placement for visibility while ensuring structural feasibility.
• Review zoning, utility lines, and other site-specific considerations to mitigate risks.

• Develop structural plans for billboard foundations, support columns, framing, and signage panels.
• Perform load calculations for static and dynamic forces such as wind.
• Ensure foundation designs meet safety and durability standards.

• Prepare engineering drawings and calculations for municipal approvals.
• Navigate local bylaws and engage with authorities, including SANRAL and the Department of Environmental Affairs, for site-specific approvals.
• Ensure compliance with SAMOAC and other outdoor regulations.

• Supervise contractors during billboard erection to ensure proper construction practices.
• Monitor foundation pouring, assembly, and installation for structural integrity.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders to maintain schedules and quality standards.

As a Civil Engineer at Senwes, your purpose is to contribute to the design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure projects within the agriculture industry, ensuring optimal efficiency and functionality.

Responsibilities :

Analysis, design and procurement :

• Gather all relevant site and problem statement information to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the project at hand.
• Liaise with other disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Operations).
• Analyse and design relevant and cost-effective solutions.
• Prepare design and procurement information.
• Manage procurement process and acquire client approval through works submissions.
• Manage or oversee Civil Technologists, drafter, clerk of works and other team members in executing required works described above.
• Research and development regarding relevant technologies and applications.

Project Execution and Management :

• Kick-off meetings with all relevant parties and site documentation.
• Construction Quality Assurance.
• Management of project within budget, quality and timeframes.

Project Close-Out and As-Build :

• Construction QA and inspections with client and contractor with all relevant documentation.
• As-built drawings with final sign-off.
• Asset lists and capitalisation of constructed infrastructure.

Maintenance Management :

• Conduct conditions assessments and structural audits.
• Manage the inspections done by Civil technical personnel.
• Manage / oversee the technical assessment of infrastructure conditions.
• Verify and improve or devise new maintenance specifications.
• Oversee the procurement and appointment process for maintenance contractors.
• Devise, acquire approval and implement maintenance policies for civil infrastructure.
• Devise long-term maintenance plans, acquire client approval and execute in sequential stages.
• Manage / oversee maintenance expenditure to approved budgets.
• Oversee the maintenance works executed by civil maintenance teams.

Management of Civil Discipline :

• Manage Civil Discipline as Civil Engineering Discipline Lead.
• Devise / oversee yearly budgets on all relevant civil infrastructure.
• Manage client relations.
• Devise short and long-term plans on maintenance and capital expenditure on all relevant civil infrastructure.
• Liaise and engage with other disciplines and grow the maturity of the Engineering and Property Assets (EPA) Unit.
• Improvement of Unit procedures, processes and systems.

Hire Resolve is currently seeking a skilled Civil Engineer to join our team in Vereeniging. As a Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining a wide range of infrastructure projects in Vereeniging and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and prepare civil designs for individual & commercial buildings.
2. Plan and oversee all projects within the civil and structural department to ensure compliance, completion within a timely manner and budgets.
3. Plan projects in terms of scope, schedule and costs and designate project resources.
4. Administer, lead, and supervise building contracts.
5. Ensure client needs are understood and accurately addressed.
6. Manage the execution of projects and attend planning, design, and site meetings.
7. Prepare & contribute to technical memos & reports.
8. Assist in preparation of fee proposals and bids.
9. Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders and measure departmental and project performance to identify areas of improvement.
10. Grow the division to target new clients and find ways to increase quality of customer service and implement best practices across all levels.
11. Mentor your team members and provide a plan to help them achieve PR registration.
12. Organize the budget of the division in collaboration with the director.

Requirements:

1. Analytical thinker with strong problem solving skills.
2. Meticulous attention to detail.
3. Must be willing to travel.

Benefits:

1. Salary Negotiable.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

Overview

Build the Future. Engineer with Impact. I am a specialist recruiter seeking highly experienced Civil Engineers focused on infrastructure and solar PV developments. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to projects that drive sustainable growth and modern infrastructure solutions. If you're a technically skilled professional with strong on-site experience and a passion for delivering quality projects, we want to hear from you.

As a Civil Engineer, you'll lead the planning, execution, and supervision of civil works for both solar and infrastructure projects, including roads and stormwater systems. You'll ensure that project delivery meets expectations in terms of quality, timelines, and budget, while aligning with all applicable standards and regulations.

• Manage the design and construction of civil infrastructure and PV installations.
• Supervise on-site works, including roads and stormwater systems.
• Coordinate with contractors to ensure technical compliance.
• Monitor project progress and resource allocation.
• Enforce adherence to environmental, legal, and safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate documentation for compliance and reporting.

• Education: BTech or BEng in Civil Engineering.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 10 years in infrastructure and civil construction.
  • Minimum 5 years on Solar PV projects.
• Professional Registration:
  • Advantageous: Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech registration with ECSA.
• Technical Skills:
  • Solid understanding of relevant specs and construction methods (e.g. GCC, FIDIC).
  • Independent and confident in managing on-site teams.
  • Willingness to travel and work in remote locations.

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If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles/positions.

Rosebank - Johannesburg, GP 2196 ZA (Primary)

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact. Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years' experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa. We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people's lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

• Responsible for design and modelling within municipal services realm – from planning to detailed design and construction drawings specific to land development and municipal infrastructure. (Roads, stormwater, water, sewer, telecoms, bulk earthworks)
• Assist in the preparation of project specifications, BoQ’s, cost estimates and tender documentation.
• Prepare reports required by the project, implementation of all relevant codes of practice and ensuring that all work complies with Zutari’s quality control procedures and is implemented to
• Knowledge and experience of working with relevant engineering codes, standards, and practices and specifically SANS 1200.
• Must be able to work well in a team to support the Project Leader but should also have the capability to take the lead on project designs.
• Ensure the quality of drawings produced and that the required drawing standards are maintained
• Undertake construction supervision duties where required.
• Deliver excellent client service and experience when presented with the opportunity
• Confident, well-spoken, disciplined, detail and deadline / delivery orientated.
• Excellent communication skills (proven ability to interact well with personnel at all organizational levels)
• Excellent organisational skills (ability to plan and implement) and time management skills.

• BSc / BEng in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience post qualification as a designer in Land Infrastructure projects, specific to municipal services in both public and private sectors.
• Must be Civil 3D proficient - in terms of the design of civil services and earthworks.

We believe that a diverse workforce is a key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices.

Overview

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years of experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa. We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people's lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

Civil Engineer

Location: Zutari, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

• Design and modelling within the municipal services realm – from planning to detailed design and construction drawings specific to land development and municipal infrastructure (roads, stormwater, water, sewer, telecoms, bulk earthworks).
• Assist in the preparation of project specifications, BoQs, cost estimates and tender documentation.
• Prepare reports required by the project, implement all relevant codes of practice, and ensure work complies with Zutari's quality control procedures and is implemented to standard.
• Apply knowledge of relevant engineering codes, standards and practices, specifically SANS 1200.
• Work well in a team to support the Project Leader, with the capability to take the lead on project designs.
• Ensure the quality of drawings produced and that required drawing standards are maintained.
• Undertake construction supervision duties where required.
• Deliver excellent client service and maintain a client-focused approach when opportunities arise.
• Demonstrate confidence, discipline, attention to detail and deadline-oriented execution with strong communication and organizational skills.

• BSc / BEng in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years’ post-qualification experience as a designer in Land Infrastructure projects, specific to municipal services in both public and private sectors.
• Civil 3D proficiency for the design of civil services and earthworks.

We believe that a diverse workforce is a key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices.

Location: Queenstown-Lakes, Otago
Type: Full Time, Permanent

Wilson Contractors are a well- established locally owned and operated company based in Otago and Southland, with branches in Queenstown, Cromwell and Invercargill.

We specialise in civil contracting, delivering a range of services including subdivision construction, bulk earthworks, roading, drainage, infrastructure and site works.

We are looking for a full time, permanent Intermediate to Senior Civil Engineer to be based in our Queenstown branch working around Queenstown Lakes and Central Otago.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A relevant qualification such as a BE, National Diploma in Engineering, NZCE.
• 3+ years civil engineering experience within New Zealand (but not essential for the right candidate)
• A history of delivering projects to meet time, quality, and safety; as well as customer expectations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage, motivate and relate to people at all levels.
• Experience managing engineering projects within a contracting environment.
• Contract management, budget preparation and financial management skills.

In addition, you should have excellent relationship development and networking skills; be a strong communicator, a self-starter, and be able to work effectively under pressure.

We offer the following benefits:

• Good rates of pay, training and education opportunities.
• The chance to live in the Southern Lakes / Central Otago region.
• Company Vehicle
• Health Insurance
• Family atmosphere, good support, great people.

Key duties of the role:

• Efficient and effective management of contracts and assigned staff
• Complete civil construction projects in accordance with design specifications
• Plan construction methods and ensure delivery is both safe and efficient.
• Carry out operations in such a way so as to minimise our impact on the environment.
• Day to day running and administration of project is effective.
• Job records are captured, and invoicing is correct.
• Ensure work is adequately controlled and supervised to meeting the requirements of the customer, job time and cost budgets.
• Manage the preparation and implementation of contract quality plans.
• Oversee or complete testing as required by Quality Plans.
• Complete programs for contracts and monitor their completion to ensure they are completed in the agreed time frame

All applicants must have NZ Residency or a valid NZ Work Visa

If this sounds like the job you are looking for, please apply now and send your CV + cover letter through.

Wilson Contractors
Rapid 329, SH6
Kingston-Queenstown Highway 9371


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Wilson Contractors

Rapid 329, SH6
Kingston-Queenstown Highway
Queenstown 9371

We are looking for a Civil Engineer with around 3 - 5 years of experience to join the Mining Infrastructure Department of a consulting engineering firm's Johannesburg office.

• Design of mine infrastructure from concept layouts to detailed design
• Design of bulk earthworks, terraces, roads, etc.
• Hydrological runoff calculation and water balance modeling
• Water management infrastructure design including dams and canals
• Mine waste disposal facilities and tailings facilities
• Compilation of reports
• Compilation of tender documents, including scope of work, specifications, and bills of quantities
• Data analysis, processing, and interpretation
• Site visits and investigations, including geotechnical investigations

• BEng. / BSc. Eng. in Civil Engineering or higher qualification
• 3 - 5 years of experience
• Good fundamental understanding and knowledge of soil mechanics

We require a Senior Civil Engineer in the West Rand area for a Consulting Firm.

• Grade 12
• 10 years + relevant experience in engineering
• BTech or BSc E
• Registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer
• Understanding of GCC, FIDIC, NEC, JBCC

• Signing off designs and or drawings as a responsible professional engineer
• Client liaison
• Manage and direct multiple design teams
• Developing Scope of Work for projects
• Collaborate with consultants/specialists in major technical support areas
• Establish design tools, software
• Schedule, coordinate and participate in engineering design reviews
• Participate in staff development
• Ensure that Quality Assurance policies are applied
• Monitoring teams and contractor’s representatives during the construction phase
• Manage the preparation of technical reports, designs, cost estimates, procurement documentation
• Attend site visits/meetings

PLEASE NOTE: Thank you for your interest in this position, we will review and be in touch if you are suitable. Due to the amount of applications we receive for each position, we are unable to respond to each one individually. Please accept your application as unsuccessful if you had no feedback within 7 days of applying. Your CV will remain on our database and we will be in touch for other suitable positions.

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