Professional Structural Engineer

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

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