Civil Engineer - Land Development and infrastructure

SUMMARY:
Durban.  R35000 - R45000
An exciting opportunity for a Civil Engineer with 3+ years’ experience in land development and civil infrastructure who is ready to move beyond individual project delivery into a broader, owner-side role with greater responsibility for the ongoing infrastructure of a major mixed-use development.

This is an excellent career step for an engineer who has built a strong technical and practical foundation within a civil engineering consultancy, civil contractor or major development environment and is looking for increased responsibility and exposure.

The role is hands-on and site-based, combining civil infrastructure expertise with contractor coordination, development activities, infrastructure maintenance and ongoing operational responsibility.

POSITION INFO:

The Role

• Overseeing the performance and maintenance of civil infrastructure
• Coordinating infrastructure and utility connections for new developments
• Monitoring construction activities and ensuring existing infrastructure and underground services are protected
• Liaising with developers, consulting engineers, contractors and specialist service providers
• Coordinating contractors and monitoring quality, progress and service delivery
• Supporting proactive infrastructure maintenance, asset management and renewal programmes
• Assisting with infrastructure budgets, planning and reporting
• Coordinating with electrical, fibre, telecommunications and other specialist infrastructure providers
• Contributing to the ongoing development and high standard of the wider development environment

What We’re Looking For

• Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering / Civil Engineering Technology
• 3+ years’ relevant experience
• Experience within land development, civil infrastructure, consulting engineering or civil construction
• Practical exposure to several of the following: roads, bulk earthworks, stormwater, sewer, water reticulation, underground services and bulk infrastructure
• Good understanding of construction drawings, specifications and site execution
• Experience coordinating contractors, consultants and/or multidisciplinary project teams
• Strong technical problem-solving ability
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• A practical, proactive approach and willingness to work on site
• Valid driver’s licence

The Opportunity