Our client who are Consulting Engineers are recruiting a Professional Structural Engineer or Technologist for its office in Cape Town.

JOB DESCRIPTION

· Planning, design and contract administration of engineering and building projects from inception to completion.

· Prepare engineering calculations.

· Prepare project and technical specifications.

· Must be able to work independently as well as leading an internal project team of designers and draughtspersons.

· Provide input to engineering, operating and capital cost estimates.

· Assist with managing and quality checking deliverables.

· Review and evaluate technical work prepared by junior and intermediate engineers and play an active role in the continuing professional development of unregistered technical staff.

· Preparation of tender documents.

· Preparation of reports (Project Inception, Concept and Viability, Design, tender evaluation, progress, financial, close-out, etc).

· Carry out structural condition assessments and report writing.

· Day-to day contract administration and management of the structural works of building and engineering projects.

· Handling of technical queries and resolutions and leading Site and Technical Meetings on site, including the taking of minutes.

· Communicate frequently with all professionals and clients.

· Handling of technical queries and dispute resolutions in conjunction with others.

· Assist with project safety and environmental matters during construction.

· General office and project related admin.

REQUIREMENTS

· At least a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with emphasis on structural engineering.

· Registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist.

· At least 2 years’ verifiable post-registration experience in the planning, design and contract administration of building and engineering projects from inception to completion.

· A strong background in the design of bulk water reservoirs, water treatment works, stormwater management infrastructure, water retaining structures, reinforced concrete framed structures and steel framed structures will be advantageous.

· Experience with managing design teams, to complete tasks and produce high quality deliverables such as design calculations, drawings, schedules, and reports on time and within budget.

· Strong understanding of design engineering codes and technical standards.

· Proficient in the use of Master Series or Prokon, Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project.

· Experience in the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) software, in particular ACC Docs and ACC Build, Revit and AutoCAD, will be advantageous.

· Must have a strong client focus.

· Must take ownership of projects.

· Must be an effective communicator (personal, phone, writing, email; etc);

· Own Vehicle

· Valid Driver’s Licence

BENEFITS

· Market related salary

· Group Life Insurance

· Group Provident Fund

· Medical Aid Scheme