Senior Engineer / Engineer: Water Services

A well-established consulting engineering firm is seeking to appoint a Senior Engineer or Engineer: Water Services to join their dynamic Water and Sanitation division. This role is ideal for a technically strong professional with a passion for infrastructure development and sustainable water solutions.

Role Overview

• Minimum Requirements
• BSc / BEng in Civil Engineering
• Professionally registered as a Pr Eng (or within 12 months of registration)
• 8–10 years’ experience in water and sanitation engineering within a consulting environment
• Strong design experience in municipal infrastructure projects

• Proven experience in:
• Water and sewer reticulation systems
• Pump stations and bulk pipelines
• Stormwater and flood management systems
• Proficiency in:
• AutoCAD, Civil 3D, EPANET, HEC-RAS (or similar)
• MS Office & MS Project
• Solid project management and construction monitoring capability
• Strong communication, reporting, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work independently and mentor junior team members
• Key Responsibilities
• Lead and contribute to the design of water and sanitation infrastructure projects
• Manage project delivery, ensuring quality, budget, and timeline adherence
• Prepare and review technical reports, drawings, and tender documentation
• Oversee contract administration and construction monitoring
• Mentor junior engineers and support team development
• Engage with clients and support business development initiatives
• Ensure compliance with quality management systems and industry standards
• Advantageous Experience
• Knowledge of GCC, FIDIC, or NEC contracts
• Exposure to PPP projects or international funding agencies
• Experience in hydrology, flood line determination, or GIS tools
• Postgraduate qualifications or professional memberships (SAICE, CESA, WISA)
• Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting their CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.