Resident Engineer (Fixed-Term Contract)

Introduction

A leading multi-disciplinary project management firm urgently seeks a Resident Engineer on site to perform technical duties to plan and coordinate the construction of roads in the Koukamma region in the Eastern Cape.

Duties & Responsibilities

Project Execution

• Review of tender documentation and drawings to be undertaken immediately upon appointment.

• Management of site staff, including PLO, trainees and sub-consultants (materials laboratory, OH&S, EMP, etc.)

• Report to the Contracts Engineer and liaise with main contractor.

• Responsible for monthly site, technical and PLC meetings.

• Responsible for monthly payment certificates.

• Prepare and submit WAF for approval.

• Apply the policies and procedures of SANRAL.

• Monitor environmental compliance.

• Record daily diaries of site progress.

• Prepare monthly progress reports.

• Applies, adheres, and manages site quality per ISO standards.

• Monitor and report daily on construction progress ensuring that the project remains within the budget and the construction program.

• Monitor the quality of the roadworks and other works.

• Monitor all safety procedures and take decisions to safeguard all employees and the general public.

• Liaison with landowners, local authorities and communities.

• Prepare as-built drawings and close out report.

Competencies

• Proven project management skills

• Understand how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Excellent administration skills

• Sound organisational skills.

• Good time management skills

Problem-Solving

• Identifies critical issues with ease.

• Exhibits confidence and an extensive knowledge of emerging industry practices when solving business problems.

• Pushes creative thinking beyond the boundaries of existing industry practices and client mindsets.

Professional qualities

• Must be able to work independently within a team of project personnel

• Demonstrate ability to read construction programs

• Achievement orientated

• Ability to meet deadlines and handle pressure

Teamwork

• Facilitates effective team interaction.

• Acknowledges and appreciates each team member's contributions.

• Be able to lead and motivate the site team

• Provide technical support

• Be able to transfer his/her skills and experience to the site personnel

Client Relations

• Develops relationships with client personnel that foster client ties.

• Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships.

• Manages client expectations effectively.

• Assists in the facilitation of team and client meetings.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Degree in Civil Engineering

• Registered as a professional engineer (PrEng) with ECSA

• 10 years + experience as Resident Engineer on road construction projects (Provincial or National)

• Must have been an RE on at least 1 SANRAL projects with construction value of more than R 100 million

• Knowledge of asphalt patching and surfacing seal construction.

• Knowledge of COTO and FIDIC

• Experience of SANRAL projects is preferable.

• Experience with BSM construction is preferable.

• Must be computer literate in MSOutlook, MSTeam and MSProject.

Interested?

Interested candidates must apply with their detailed CV’s by no later than 18 September 2026.  Please note that only short-listed candidates will be responded to.