Description:
BACKGROUND
The job title of the successful incumbent will be dependent on skills, experience and professional registration. The incumbent will be located in Cape Town.SKILLs & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
BSc / BTech / BEng Tech in Civil engineering. Active registration with ECSA as a candidate engineer/ technologist, with a willingness to learn and eligibility to obtain professional registration within the next 1-2 years (non-senior). Professional registration as a Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng with ECSA (senior). Minimum 3-8 years’ post graduate experience, specifically in the civil consulting engineering industry. Strong foundational technical skills in civil engineering, with a focus on road construction and infrastructure projects. Exposure to construction monitoring and basic contract administration of gravel and surfaced roads is advantageous. Familiarity with NEC, FIDIC, JBCC, or GCC contracts is beneficial but not essential; willingness to learn is required. An understanding of tender processes, contract documentation, and claims handling will be advantageous. Willingness to develop expertise in South African construction law and contract regulations. Proficiency in MS Office Suite and MS Project. Exposure to contract management tools is advantageous. Strong organizational and administrative skills. Effective interpersonal and communication skills to interact with contractors, clients, and team members. Ability to learn and apply negotiation and dispute resolution skills under guidance. Ability to work independently, but also as part of a dynamic team as a co-operative, collaborative and supportive team player. Accuracy in work, with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines. Proactive time management skills with a willingness to take on tasks independently. Good writing skills. Showing development of good leadership skills (non-senior only). Excellent leadership skills (Senior only). Staff management experience is compulsory for senior staff and advantageous for non-senior staff. Valid South African driver’s license (minimum Code B).SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to travel locally and in Africa for extended periods of time as and when required.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Support senior team members in planning, design, and implementation of road infrastructure projects. Construction monitoring and contract administration activities, including documenting site progress and contractor performance (non-senior will assist). Preparation of Tender and Quotation Documentation (non-senior will assist). Compilation of Engineer’s estimate of costs (non-senior will assist). Preparation for
05 Mar 2025;
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