27 Civil jobs in Durban

Our client, a large engineering consulting firm, is currently looking to add a Civil Engineer (PrEng) to their team.

Role and Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage civil engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to project timelines and budgets.
2. Oversee the design and construction of infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, buildings, water supply systems, and more, utilizing state-of-the-art technology and sustainable practices.
3. Conduct thorough site assessments and feasibility studies, identifying potential risks and opportunities for optimization.
4. Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams, including architects, environmental specialists, surveyors, and contractors, fostering seamless project coordination.
5. Prepare and review technical reports, engineering drawings, and documentation, complying with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
6. Foster strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities, ensuring successful project approvals and maintaining a positive reputation in the community.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution.
2. ECSA registration as a Professional Engineer.
3. Proven experience in civil engineering projects, showcasing your ability to lead and deliver successful outcomes.
4. Proficiency in engineering software and tools.
5. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with clients and project stakeholders.
6. Passion for sustainability and a genuine desire to contribute to projects that improve the lives of communities and protect the environment.

Our client, a large engineering consulting firm, is currently looking to add a Civil Engineer (PrEng) to their team.

Role and Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage civil engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to project timelines and budgets.
2. Oversee the design and construction of infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, buildings, water supply systems, and more, utilizing state-of-the-art technology and sustainable practices.
3. Conduct thorough site assessments and feasibility studies, identifying potential risks and opportunities for optimization.
4. Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams, including architects, environmental specialists, surveyors, and contractors, fostering seamless project coordination.
5. Prepare and review technical reports, engineering drawings, and documentation, complying with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
6. Foster strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities, ensuring successful project approvals and maintaining a positive reputation in the community.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution.
2. ECSA registration as a Professional Engineer.
3. Proven experience in civil engineering projects, showcasing your ability to lead and deliver successful outcomes.
4. Proficiency in engineering software and tools.
5. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with clients and project stakeholders.
6. Passion for sustainability and a genuine desire to contribute to projects that improve the lives of communities and protect the environment.

Job Title: Professional Civil Engineer

Location: Durban, South Africa

Job Overview:
Hire Resolve's client, a leading engineering consulting firm, is seeking a highly skilled Professional Civil Engineer to join their team in the Durban area. As a Civil Engineer in the consulting industry, you will be responsible for providing innovative solutions and technical expertise to clients in various sectors such as infrastructure development, transportation, water resources, and environmental projects.

• Conducting site investigations and assessments to gather data and determine project feasibility
• Preparing detailed engineering designs, calculations, and specifications
• Managing and overseeing the construction process, ensuring compliance with design plans and specifications
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and communicating effectively with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies
• Performing quality control checks and reviews to ensure accuracy and adherence to applicable codes and standards
• Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and staff
• Participating in business development activities, including proposal writing and client presentations

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Registration with the ECSA as a professional engineer (Pr Eng/Pr Tech)
• Minimum of 10 years of consulting experience as a Civil Engineer - 5 years preregistration and 5 years post-registration
• Experience in civil projects and structural design
• Experience with running projects and leading design teams
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, codes, and standards
• Proficiency in engineering design software, such as AutoCAD, Prokon and/or other relevant software; Revit would be beneficial
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple projects

• Salary market related

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. Apply for this role today, contact Alyssa Marson, Tameaka Futcher, Chandre Cordier, Elma Pelser, Henker Harmse, or Wernardt Snyman at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn. You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: 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.

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To manage operation and maintenance of rural water supply infrastructure to ensure continued supply of water services to rural areas in the respective region.

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Government Administration

Location: Durban, South Africa

Hire Resolve's client, a leading engineering consulting firm, is seeking a highly skilled Professional Civil Engineer to join their team in the Durban area. As a Civil Engineer in the consulting industry, you will be responsible for providing innovative solutions and technical expertise to clients in various sectors such as infrastructure development, transportation, water resources, and environmental projects.

• Conducting site investigations and assessments to gather data and determine project feasibility
• Preparing detailed engineering designs, calculations, and specifications
• Managing and overseeing the construction process, ensuring compliance with design plans and specifications
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and communicating effectively with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies
• Performing quality control checks and reviews to ensure accuracy and adherence to applicable codes and standards
• Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and staff
• Participating in business development activities, including proposal writing and client presentations

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Registration with the ECSA as a professional engineer (Pr Eng/Pr Tech)
• Minimum of 10 years of consulting experience as a Civil Engineer - 5 years preregistration and 5 years post-registration
• Experience in civil projects and structural design
• Experience with running projects and leading design teams
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, codes, and standards
• Proficiency in engineering design software, such as AutoCAD, Prokon and/or other relevant software; Revit would be beneficial
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple projects

• Salary market related

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. Apply for this role today, contact Alyssa Marson, Tameaka Futcher, Chandre Cordier, Elma Pelser, Henker Harmse or Wernardt Snyman at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn. You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV:

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.

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Senior Professional Civil Engineer (Water)

Recruiter:

Zecutive Consultants

Job Ref:

JHB /MR

Date posted:

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:

A dynamic Engineering Consulting company offering professional services to the public and private sector with offices throughout South Africa, requires the full-time services of an ECSA registered Senior Professional Civil Engineer to join their team in KZN ASAP.

This opportunity offers career growth and exciting projects in infrastructure and building services.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities:

Lead a team of engineers in the water design centre

Civil Engineer (Water): Design of water infrastructure, including pipelines, pump stations, boreholes, water/wastewater treatment works, reservoirs, control valves etc.

Preparation of reports for all stages of project implementation, including inception, feasibility/ business plans, concept & viability, design development, tender & procurement, close-out etc.

Overall contract/project management, including interaction with clients, contractors & other stakeholders, attendance of progress meetings, preparation of payment certificates, dealing with contractual claims etc.

Management of staff, including supervision of drawings, designs, reports etc. and the planning of work breakdown structures that align with the company’s internal cash flow projections.

Preparation of Invoices for all projects under the Water Design Centre

Preparation of tender documentation, including specification writing, bill of quantities and drawings

Client liaison and marketing

Key Requirements:

Minimum BSc / B Eng. Degree in Civil Engineering.

Candidate must be Professionally registered with ECSA as a Pr Eng

Minimum ten (10) years practical experience in the design of water infrastructure, contract management, quality monitoring, report writing, tender documentation etc.

Experience in leading and training a team of engineers and planning of work breakdown structures that align with the company’s internal cash flow projections.

Experience in managing GCC, JBCC and NEC Contracts and dealing with claims.

Experience in compiling reports for all stages of project implementation, including inception reports, design reports, business plans / feasibility studies etc.

Experience in grant-funded projects (MIG, WSIG, RBIG etc.).

Experience in compilation of technical reports, business plans and project management.

Experience in liaising with clients, contractors, other disciplines and various other stakeholders.

Experience in Water/Sanitation master plans, WSDPs, NRW Management Plans advantageous.

Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, iDAS & Wadiso/Epanet.

Experience in Revit & Surge design software beneficial.

Proficient in Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English. Proficiency in isiZulu advantageous.

Medically fit and willing to work on construction sites.

Minimum Code B (08) driver’s license.

Willing to relocate to Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.

Package & Remuneration

Negotiable Depending On Qualifications And Experience

Interested?

Please submit detailed and updated CV in MS Word format ASAP!

Kindly take note:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Only RSA citizens residing in Durban, or willing to relocate to Durban, will be considered.

Should you not receive any feedback within 30 days of application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We may however keep your CV on our database to contact you again should another suitable opportunity become available.

Should you prefer not to be contacted for other opportunities, please clearly state so on your application.

By applying for this position, you grant us permission to access your personal information.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries Advertising Services

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Hire Resolve is excited to announce a fantastic opportunity for a talented and driven Civil Engineering Technologist to join our client's team in uMhlanga, KZN, South Africa. As a Civil Engineering Technologist, you will be responsible for designing and overseeing the construction of various civil engineering projects, including roads, sewer systems, and stormwater drainage.

Responsibilities and Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong time management skills and excellent attention to detail
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and processes
• Ability to work on multiple projects/deadlines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment
• Strong technical skills and able to manage projects from Conceptual to Detailed Design, Documentation, and Contract Administration of services for civil infrastructure projects including but not limited to:
• Municipal services i.e Earthworks, Stormwater Reticulation, Sewer Reticulation, Water Reticulation, platforms, and assessments
• Ensure all designs are checked and approved by the relevant manager prior to forwarding to the relevant client and contractor
• Performing due diligence on the impact and feasibility of new construction sites.
• The preparation of feasibility reports
• Attending meetings with clients and stakeholders as and when required
• Assist with the implementation of medium to large sized projects within technical standards, quality, budgets, and time frames.
• Ensure effectiveness, quality, and profitability of completed projects including project follow-up, to monitor project deliverables and client satisfaction levels
• Site supervision as and when required
• Contribute to the preparation of project reports and proficiency in technical report writing
• A working understanding of project finances and project budgets for medium to large scale projects
• Surveying new construction sites and assessing existing structures for upgrades
• Sound Project Management Skills - Liaise, co-operate, and provide required information to clients and stakeholders at various stages
• Preparation of estimates of construction costs (BOQs)
• Preparation of specifications and preambles for construction works (Colto / Coto / SANS / GCC etc.)

Requirements:

• Completed minimum B.Eng or BTech.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite (MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
• No less than 10 years experience in a similar position within a Consulting Engineering firm (pref)
• Proficient in design packages
• AutoCAD Civil 3D experience essential
• Technical knowledge of drawing and design processes
• Project Management experience is essential

Benefits:

• Salary negotiable

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. Apply for this role today, contact Chandre Cordier at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn. You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV:

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.