74 Civil Engineering jobs in Cape Town

SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEERING ESTIMATOR

PERMANENT POSITION: HEAD OFFICE, WESTERN CAPE

Job Summary:

The Senior Civil Engineering Estimator plays a critical role in tendering, contract negotiations and client relationships. This individual fulfils a senior position within the Company and reports directly to the MD and Directors of the Company.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Tendering:

• Identifying and evaluating suitable tenders for the Company, taking into consideration Company resources and profitability margins
• Compiling cost estimates using input date from the Tender Assistants
• Identifying all potential cost hazards and risks and communicating these ahead of tender submissions
• Preparing work plans for tenders
• Presenting complete tender cost estimates to the Managing Director for signoff
• Submitting tenders to Clients
• Ensuring the Company tenders competitively
• Chair regular tender adjudication meetings

Contract Negotiations:

• Conduct meetings with prospective clients
• Manage post-tender negotiations and appointments with Clients
• Determining tender cost parameters and communicating this to Site Management and QS Teams to ensure projects remain on budget

Education and Experience:

• PR Tech (Civil or QS) or B.Eng (Civil or QS)
• At least 12 – 15 years’ experience within an estimating position in a civil engineering construction environment

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical, numerical, planning and negotiation skills
• Contract knowledge of GCC, JBCC, NEC and FIDI contract suites
• Experience working with CANDY/CSS
• Excellent MS Excel Skills
• Valid Drivers Licence and prepared to travel as and when required.

Salary: Highly negotiable based on experience

Requisition #

SC-L6.5

Job title

Category

Sciences

Contract type

Permanent (Employee)

Full Time

Cape Town - Century City, WC ZA (Primary)

Description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with more than 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.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

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.

Role Overview

The Zutari Ground Engineering Team is looking to appoint an Engineering Geologist with the knowledge and experience in detailed technical analysis of the ground conditions to join our established, industry leading team in Tshwane or Cape Town. This position will provide the successful incumbent with a broad range of project opportunities both locally and internationally. The Zutari Ground Engineering Team offers the opportunity to work across a broad range of projects ranging from Energy, Transport, Water, Built Environment, and Resources projects. This provides a good opportunity for developing a career across a broad spectrum of ground engineering solutions. The Engineering Geologist will join a strong cohort of Geotechnical Engineers and Engineering Geologists working closely together in developing solutions.

This role offers a great opportunity to further develop a professional career with a multi-disciplinary international engineering consultancy. We are committed to fostering a culture that empowers our people, promotes teamwork, and encourages sustainability with attractive remuneration packages.

As an engineering geologist, you will be responsible for geological input in projects and ensure these projects are delivered to the client’s requirements, complying with quality standards, and within the agreed programme and budget.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide a mix of technical delivery and project management but with a significant focus on problem-solving, analysis, and design.
• Liaise with other design disciplines to develop and maintain design coordination.
• Responsible for building and maintaining strong client relationships, both internally and externally.
• Ability to apply new knowledge and deliver and devise new approaches in industry in solving complex ground problems.
• Safety is our priority, the candidate must always adhere to all applicable health and safety standards and practices, on-site and in the office.
• Demonstrate some understanding and importance of compiling safety files before site investigations.
• Travel will be necessary from time to time to projects located in South Africa, other countries in Africa, and the Middle East, as well as other countries.

Qualifications Requirements

• BSc (Hons) degree in Engineering Geology, or equivalent.
• Registration as a Professional Scientist (Pr Sci Nat or equivalent) with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP), or proof the process is underway.
• A post-graduate qualification will be advantageous.
• Membership with the South African Institute for Engineering and Environmental Geologists (SAIEG) will be advantageous.

Experience Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years industry experience.
• Communication and report writing skills are required, along with the ability to work with clients to develop new and existing business opportunities.
• Good knowledge and experience record in delivering geological/geotechnical projects using applicable standards and principles.
• Experience in the application of relevant geological and geotechnical software packages (such as gINT, Leapfrog, Rockscience software, GIS, etc).
• Experience in geotechnical investigations including data gathering, site characterisation, formulating ground models, sampling, analysis of ground conditions and laboratory results, and report writing.
• Skill and experience in geological/geotechnical analysis and providing inputs into design.
• Demonstrate experience of working across multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Demonstrate commercial and project financial awareness, including the preparation of proposals and bid submissions.
• Experience in managing small projects will be advantageous.
• The ability to provide mentoring and technical guidance for younger graduate engineering geologists would be a recommendation.
• Proactive communication skills to work with colleagues and other design teams.
• Ability to communicate confidently and professionally with all levels of staff and clients.

Software Competency Requirements

• GiNT (Openground will be advantageous)
• Rockscience software (Dips, RocFall, RocTopple, RocPlane, Swedge etc.)
• Leapfrog (Advantageous)
• MS Office Suite

We believe that a diverse workforce is 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. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.

Requisition #: ENG-L6.117

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer (Public Health & Fire) - Built Environment

Category: Contract type

Permanent (Employee)

Full Time

Location: Cape Town - Century City, WC ZA (Primary)
Tshwane - Pretoria, GP 0081 ZA

Description:

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 and the Middle East.

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.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ high performing talent 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 the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Manage full design aspects for Mechanical Services across a range of building services projects.
2. Analyse project requirements in the context of various codes and standards and develop conceptual designs through to a set of construction information.
3. Direct a small team to ensure compliant designs are delivered to agreed programmes.
4. Manage and coordinate interdisciplinary interfaces.
5. Develop scripts and add-ins to automate repetitive design aspects and/or to check various design compliance aspects (using e.g., Dynamo, Python).
6. Represent at client and professional meetings and be able to present work and engage in technical conversations.
7. Maintain accountability for resourcing, timeliness, quality, risk management, project financial performance, scope management and keeping the client informed on project progress.
8. Establish new client relationships and maintain existing client relationships.

Minimum Requirements:

1. BSc/BEng, or MSc/MEng in Mechanical Engineering.
2. Active professional registration with a certified engineering body.
3. Minimum of 5 to 8 years’ experience as a Mechanical (PH&F/Wet Fire) Engineer within the Built Environment. (International experience will be highly advantageous).
4. Minimum of 3 years’ experience managing multiple teams over multiple deliveries.
5. Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience mentoring and developing junior engineers.
6. Strong understanding of local, international codes and standards, preferably including those applicable to South Africa and the Middle East.
7. Strong technical view of building services, focusing mainly on Mechanical.
8. Strong proficiency in Revit would be an advantage.
9. Strong proficiency in fire and mechanical simulation software is highly advantageous.
10. Being confident, a team player, and approachable.

Diversity Statement:

We believe that a diverse workforce is 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. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.

Requisition: ENG-L7.52

Job Title: Principal Civil Engineer – Stormwater Modelling and Water Sensitive Urban Design

Category: Permanent (Employee)

Contract Type: Full Time

Location: Cape Town - Century City, WC ZA

Description:

Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari (formerly known as Aurecon) 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 and the Middle East. 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.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

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

Key Skills and Responsibilities:

• Technically competent in urban stormwater, flood risk assessments, hydraulic analysis and design, and implementation of urban water engineering solutions.
• Specific skills in urban flood modelling and analysis, open channel flow hydraulics, engineering design of flood protection and erosion control measures, stormwater design and master planning.
• Experience in and an appreciation of the importance of nature-based solutions towards improved flood resilience and adaptation.
• An understanding of Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) as an engineering design approach which integrates various elements of the urban water cycle.
• Extensive experience in the use of appropriate hydrological and hydraulic modelling (1D and 2D) as well as geospatial analysis software.
• Exposure to other elements of the urban water cycle including water conservation and demand management, non-revenue water, stormwater harvesting, mitigation of climate change impacts and sustainability in an urban water environment.
• Aptitude to implement new digital technologies and tools particularly relating to urban water management, the monitoring of stormwater, flood early warning systems, and flood risk mapping.
• Strong project management skills including financial management, time management, people management and experience of Quality Management Systems (QMS) in a consulting environment.
• Excellent technical report-writing skills.
• Effective planning and time management.
• Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary and culturally diverse teams.
• Managing and mentoring junior staff.
• Experience in preparation of proposals, client engagement and winning work.
• Excellent presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong inter-personal and networking skills.
• Short-term project visits to African and Middle East countries might be required.
• BSc Eng / B Eng in a related engineering field.
• A minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience.
• Professional Engineer registration with ECSA.
• Excellent written and verbal proficiency in English.

Preference will be given to applicants who possess:

• Master’s degree in an appropriate field.
• Knowledge of information technology applications and hydro-informatics in stormwater modelling and flood risk management.

We believe that a diverse workforce is 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. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.

Requisition #

ENG-L6.134

Job title

Senior Civil Engineer/Technologist | Bulk Water Conveyance

Category

Contract type

Permanent (Employee)

Full Time

Cape Town - Century City, WC ZA (Primary)

Description

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 and the Middle East.

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.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ high performing talent 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 the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

About the role:

We are looking for a Professionally Registered Civil Engineer or Technologist with experience in civil engineering projects with an emphasis on bulk water conveyance (bulk water pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs, and associated infrastructure) to join our industry-leading Water team in Cape Town.

Role Responsibilities

Project Management of bulk water conveyance related projects.

Perform complex engineering designs, calculations, and analysis of bulk water pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs, and associated infrastructure across the full lifecycle of the project, i.e., planning, design and implementation which includes construction and completion.

Conduct hydraulic modeling and simulations using industry accepted tools such EPANET, InfoWater, or WaterGEMS.

Co-ordinate and integrate the design with other engineering disciplines (i.e., structural, fire, mechanical and electrical), development of 3D models, technical drawings and details, technical specifications and associated quantities.

Produce other key deliverables on projects such as technical and project related reports, specifications and procurement documentation.

Administration of construction contracts as Contracts EngineerEmployer’s Agent Representative Principal Agent including associated site supervision and administrative responsibilities, and dealing with construction queries.

Be a team player that is willing to collaborate across multiple disciplines and across multiple geographies in Africa and internationally.

Ensure that all work complies with Zutari’s quality control procedures and ensuring that required quality standards are maintained.

BEng/BSc/BTech or equivalent in Civil Engineering.

A post-graduate qualification will be advantageous.

Registered as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist with ECSA or evidence of submission (proof of submission required).

A minimum of 5 years’ post-graduate experience on civil engineering projects, with an emphasis on bulk conveyance. Experience should entail working on projects across their full lifecycle, i.e., planning through to the end of construction.

Proficient in MS Office Suite products. Knowledge in MS Projects will be advantageous.

Project Management and construction related experience in civil engineering projects.

Construction related experience in bulk conveyance projects will be an advantage.

Sound knowledge and expertise in GCC and FIDIC general conditions of contract. Knowledge of other construction contracts in the field of engineering will be advantageous.

Sound knowledge or expertise in 3D engineering design software applicable to the envisaged role (especially Autodesk suite) will be an advantage.

We believe that a diverse workforce is 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. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.

Senior Material Testers - Civil Engineering Lab (Various Sites)

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.

SGS South Africa, Matrocast Division, is seeking to fill a key role in its Civil Engineering Sites Laboratories in the Western Cape Region. The role includes but is not limited to assisting the Supervisor/Laboratory Manager with all tasks, whether it’s on site or in the commercial laboratory. To clean all equipment on a regular basis. To complete all preparation of materials to be tested in the laboratory division, including soils, asphalt, seals, concrete, aggregate with bench calculation as and when required for testing. The Senior Materials Tester will ensure that the laboratory is clean at all times and will carry out all work related instructions from the technicians/supervisors or authorized personnel.

• Senior Materials Tester is responsible to supervise and/or carry out and take responsibility of testing for all tests that the employee is deemed competent for strictly in accordance to prescribed methods.
• A Senior Materials Tester is responsible for cleaning up the site or workshop after task is completed or at the end of the day where the job was carried out and will make sure it is free of all consumables used to perform the job (masking tape, tins).
• A Senior Materials Tester is responsible to adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• A Senior Materials Tester is responsible to orally report any deviations, irregularities and non-conformances.
• A Senior Materials Tester is responsible to perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the authorized site supervisor/laboratory manager and regional manager.
• A Senior Materials Tester is responsible to perform all field and laboratory work including sampling, calculations and performing test methods accurately.
• Complete timesheets accurately on a daily basis.
• Ensure discipline within his/her assigned department.
• Grade 12.

• Knowledge, skills and experience sufficient to be recognized as a qualification through - Recognition of Prior Learning.
• Language: Proficiency in English (Read, write, speak).
• Computer literacy in Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Must be competent and comfortable with the SANS and THM 1 test methods.
• Sampling and preparation experience advantageous.
• Administration experience will be advantageous.
• Fieldwork (densities, layer/stockpile sampling, manufacture and handle concrete cubes, DCP, Ring and Ball test (road surfaces), Sand Patch, On Site Viscosity tests, Sampling of Asphalt and Bitumen).
• Competent and qualified to do all tests in all laboratory divisions including soils, asphalt, seals, concrete / aggregate.
• Do all calculations related to the tests mentioned above.
• Control laboratory activities such as quality control under supervision.
• Physically able and willing to work with, move and pick up samples as and when required.

Western Cape Region

Overview

A well-established civil engineering construction company is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineering Estimator to join its head office team. This senior-level position plays a pivotal role in tendering, contract negotiations, and client engagement, and reports directly to company leadership.

• Pr Tech (Civil or QS) or B.Eng (Civil or QS).
• Minimum of 12 – 15 years’ estimating experience in a civil engineering construction environment.
• Strong knowledge of GCC, JBCC, NEC, and FIDIC contract suites.
• Proficient in CANDY/CSS and MS Excel.
• Valid driver’s license with willingness to travel as required.

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Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Apply for this role today, contact Chanel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn. We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

Site Laboratory Manager - Civil Engineering Lab (Various Sites)

• Contract

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.

SGS South Africa, Matrocast Division, is seeking to fill a key role in its Civil Engineering Site Laboratories in the Western Cape Region. The roles involves but not limited to providing, implement and manage a laboratory production plan as per the site requirements. The Site Laboratory Manager to ensure all client communication is communicated to the relevant Regional/Contracts Manager and ensure the requests are acted on, while maintaining discipline on site.

The ideal candidate for this position will be a person with good leadership skills, integrity and good interpersonal skills and is able to command respect from those he/she deals with, whilst possessing enough energy and passion to maintain good staff relationships. A successful career in delivering performance against agreed strategic objectives and ultimately ensuring that all quality and testing methods are observed, and any deviation is reported without delay.

• A Site Laboratory Manager is responsible for Laboratory Management production planning on site and meeting deadlines.
• A Site Laboratory Manager is responsible to liaise with clients and relevant regional manager.
• A Site Laboratory Manager is responsible to ensure reporting is correct before signing and distribution.
• A Site Laboratory Manager is responsible for implementation of quality control systems and Health and Safety regulations in and around the laboratory.
• A Site Laboratory Manager is responsible for multi-disciplinary site laboratory including Soils, Concrete, asphalt, Seals and Aggregates
• A Site Laboratory Manager is responsible to adhere to all quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
• A Site Laboratory Manager is responsible to assist the technicians with any job whether it is on site or inside the laboratory as per instruction from the authorized site supervisor /laboratory manager.
• A Site Laboratory Manager is responsible to perform any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the authorized site supervisor/laboratory manager and regional manager.
• A Site Laboratory Manager is responsible for following all SGS policies and procedures on site including but not limited to the payroll, leave, disciplinary procedure.
• Provide training for all staff as training needs are identified.
• Ensure all SGS mandatory (OI Toolbox/ Annual Integrity / Social Media etc) training is done as and when required.
• All timesheets, claim forms and payroll instructions are sent to the relevant departments timeously.

• Relevant National Diploma or NQF 6 / Grade 12 or NQF4 equivalent or skills and experience sufficient to be recognized as a qualification through - Recognition of Prior Learning.
• Drivers License
• Relevant National Diploma and ten years relevant experience or NQF 6 and ten years relevant experience. OR
• Grade 12 and fifteen years relevant experience or NQF4 and fifteen years relevant experience.

• Competent and qualified to do all tests in all laboratory divisions including soils, asphalt, seals, concrete / aggregate
• Competent and qualified to do quality laboratory control and implementation
• Competent and qualified to supervise and execute all field work
• Be familiar with COLTO (Now COTO)
• Knowledge of Health and Safety
• Competent and qualified to do all tests (TMH 1 and SANS) in all laboratory divisions including soils, asphalt, seals, concrete / aggregate
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, Outlook)

We are in search of a Lecturer within our School of Engineering and Science to support the expertise within our current team. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences that promote student success, engagement, and retention.

This role requires a dynamic, supportive, and innovative educator with strong technical expertise in robotics, electronics, and programming. The Lecturer will contribute to programme development, ensure academic integrity, provide exceptional high-level support, and foster collaborative relationships within the institution and industry.

• Facilitating student learning through interactive teaching that promotes engagement and supports the overall student learning experience.
• Setting, conducting, and grading assessments, providing timely, meaningful, and constructive feedback.
• Contributing to programme and content development, including the improvement of teaching resources and curriculum design.
• Undertaking relevant academic administration activities to ensure compliance with institutional policies and timelines.
• Ensuring a positive student experience through academic support, mentorship, and maintaining high levels of customer service.
• Preparing comprehensive briefs and marking schedules for each project at the start of the module, including aims, learning outcomes, submission requirements, assessment criteria, references, and resources.
• Informing students of assessment methods, procedures, and regulations in line with institutional briefs and assessment policy.
• Staying informed and abreast of developments and trends within mechatronic engineering and higher education teaching practice.
• Promoting student success by identifying at-risk students early and implementing appropriate intervention strategies.
• Supporting improved student retention and throughput rates through innovative teaching practices and student success initiatives.
• Building and maintaining communities of learning and practice within the department.
• Being perceived by students as approachable, fair, and supportive, while maintaining professionalism and academic standards.
• Collaborating with colleagues across departments to strengthen teaching, learning, and student support processes.

• Masters in a relevant engineering field is a minimum requirement.
• Registered member at ECSA is a pre-requisite.
• At least 5 years’ experience in teaching and learning within the Higher Education environment.
• Strong knowledge of core areas of civil engineering, including: Structural Engineering and Materials Science; Geotechnical Engineering and Soil Mechanics; Transportation Engineering and Pavement Design; Hydrology, Hydraulics, and Water Resources Engineering; Environmental Engineering and sustainable practices; Construction Project Management, contract administration, and site practices.
• Proficiency in engineering software and tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, or similar.
• Ability to teach, develop content, and conduct assessments effectively.
• Familiarity with industry standards, safety codes, and Civil Engineering regulations.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and engage students.
• High levels of empathy, emotional intelligence, and student support capability.
• Ability to provide clear, fair, and constructive feedback on assessments.
• Excellent academic writing, research, and presentation skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage teaching, marking, and administrative responsibilities effectively.
• Sound understanding of assessment policies, learning outcomes, and quality assurance in higher education.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and support at-risk students.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across departments and contribute to a positive academic culture.
• Commitment to professional development and staying current with industry and academic developments in the field.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Education and Training

• Higher Education