Principal Civil Engineer

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Lead Civil Engineer managing large projects for a global consulting firm. Ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while providing technical direction and support.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeMidrand • 🇿🇦 South AfricaLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive technical expertise in civil engineering with a strong focus on compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality Management Systems. Proven leadership in project management, including planning, organizing, and executing large-scale civil/structural engineering projects.

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BSc Civil EngineeringPr. Eng Certification12+ Years Relevant ExperienceTechnical ExpertiseLeadership

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Hard Skills

Civil EngineeringStructural EngineeringProject SchedulingManhour EstimationTechnical Direction

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingCommunicationDecision MakingProblem SolvingInterpersonal Communications

Certifications & Qualifications

Pr Tech Eng CertificationChartered Engineer Certification

Industry Keywords

Health and Safety ComplianceEnvironmental ManagementQuality Management SystemProject CoordinationResource Assessment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Performs the function of Lead Civil Engineer on large or complex projects
Responsible for ensuring compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Management System
Overall technical direction and co-ordination of civil/structural engineering
Assessment of technical and human resources for projects
Ensures activities are within agreed manhour budgets and schedules
Prepares manhour estimates for proposals and projects
Provides guidance to clients and project engineers
Reviews and approves project schedules

Requirements

What you’ll need

BSc (Civil Engineering) / BEng (Civil)
Pr. Eng or Pr Tech Eng. or Chartered Eng
12+ years relevant experience
Analytical thinking
Communication
Decision making
Problem solving
Technical Expertise
Leadership
Initiative
Change and Adaptability
Interpersonal Communications
Planning, Organising & Execution

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Management System
Equal opportunity employer
Diversity and inclusion initiatives
Professional development opportunities