ENGINEERING SPECIALIST (STRUCTURAL ENGINEER)

Introduction

The purpose of this position is to provide strategic design, as well as independent, professional quality assurance in order to reduce the risk of the Development Bank of South Africa, and any clients. This role is responsible for the planning, design and supervision of the construction and engineering projects undertaken by the Development Bank of South Africa.

Duties & Responsibilities

Strategic Function • Provide strategic design and advice from the outset of any project from an Structural Engineering perspective.  Operational Functions  • Continuous Quality Assurance o Oversee quality and accuracy of prototype and design drawings as provided by the client and professional service providers (service designs, plans and as-built drawings) o Research and advise on best practice delivery o Provide technical input into project implementation plans, standard contractual documentation (best practice, governance items) o Provide occupation/profession specific quality control during project execution  o Seek to minimise project cost and enhance value for money, while keeping regulatory standards and quality o Keep abreast of, and advise on, local statutory regulations and manage incorporation of these regulations into relevant programmes o Project/programme schedule and cost control • Continuous Improvement of Cost, Structural Engineering, Design and Estimating Services o Keep abreast of new developments and technologies in the field of structural engineering o Liaise with external engineering firms and associations regarding documentation, benchmarking rates and alternative procedures to ensure improvements and cost saving o Optimize standard guides, methods and techniques to evaluate the utilisation of available resources o Evaluate and identify new initiatives or enhanced/improved products o Identify and investigate problem areas to recommend possible solutions o Assist the Governance, Risk and Compliance Lead in conducting internal audits for assurance that standards and procedures are being applied o Compile and present special reports when required o Broad structural design skills o Apply engineering principles to devise and deliver new and innovative approaches in order to solve complex problems o Use computers and computer-aided design (CAD) technology for simulation purposes  o Preparation of specifications, proposals and other tender documentation o Liaise with construction contractors to ensure that the newly erected buildings and civil works are structurally sound and safe

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Engineering degree (B Eng/Bsc (Eng) or relevant qualification • Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer. • 10 years Post qualification working experience  • Drivers License code 08.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• MS Office proficient  • Good understanding of scheduling programs such as MS Projects and Primavera • Excellent knowledge of Structural engineering design programs and the application thereof • Estimating and value engineering of construction services and works • Project and contract management  • Budgeting / cost planning  • Strong programme management skills • Strong verbal and written communication skills, effective presentation skills and skills to express complex concepts in business terms  • Strong analytical skills