Senior Civil Engineer (Permanent)

Job Title: Senior Civil Engineer Start Date: 2026-08-04 - 2026-09-03 Vacancy Type: Permanent JHB000380 Sectors: Engineering and Technical Location: Gauteng , Pretoria East Salary: Brief: Senior Civil Engineer x2 – Bulk Water OR Water Treatment Plant extensive knowledge needed of either for two separate roles. An established Engineering Consulting company is seeking ECSA registered Professional Civil Engineers (PrEng) to join their team ASAP. These highly specialised roles offer the opportunity to lead the civil design, optimisation, and technical execution of a diverse portfolio of projects across municipal infrastructure, industrial and mining facilities, as well as informal settlement developments. The successful candidate will take ownership of the full project life cycle, from feasibility studies and conceptual design through detailed engineering, commissioning, and plant optimisation. These opportunities are ideally suited to strategic and people-focused engineering leaders who understands that successful engineering solutions must ultimately improve lives, enhance sustainability, and respond effectively to real-world challenges. If you are passionate about driving technical excellence, mentoring multidisciplinary teams, and delivering innovative water and civil engineering solutions that create lasting impact, these roles offer exciting platforms to influence critical infrastructure projects and contribute meaningfully to communities and industry alike. Detail: The successful applicant will be responsible for inter alia: - The design of wastewater infrastructure – bulk water or water treatment plants - project management of multidisciplinary projects - preparing contract documentation - contract administration - supporting Green Drop and Blue Drop compliance. Qualifications: A minimum of a BSc or B Eng in Civil Engineering is required. A Master's in Water and Wastewater Treatment is a strong advantage. A BSc or BEng in Chemical Engineering will also be considered, providing you have experience in municipal wastewater treatment design and project management. Please provide evidence on your CV of experience in the Civil design and engineering of such projects. Registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer essential. The roles involve site work and may require travel and work on site. A valid driver's licence (manual) is essential, own transport recommended. Experience: At least 5-8+ years of experience in wastewater infrastructure design, project management, and contract administration, with sound knowledge of treatment plants or bulk water projects Skills: Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team Excellent communication Strong and demonstratable technical skills in the CIVIL Engineering space Strong AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit and Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel, Word and MS Project essential Personal Attributes: Excellent proficiency in English (Speak, Read, Write). Deeply motivated by the challenge of solving complex problems to improve system efficiency and sustainability. Client focused (both internal and external clients). Remuneration: Competitive market related remuneration package – highly negotiable depending on qualifications and experience Interested? Please submit detailed an updated CV in MS Word format ASAP! Kindly take note: Only RSA citizens need apply for this position - must be fluent in English and understand Afrikaans to effectively participate in meetings with clients Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted Should you not receive any feedback within 30 days of application, please consider your application unsuccessful. We may however keep your application on our database for future opportunities. By applying for a position you grant us access to your personal information. show more... For more information please contact: Magdalene Roodt Apply