Senior Reinforcement Detailer
RPO Recruitment · Cape Town, Western Cape
Posted 2 November 2026
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- An established consulting engineering practice in Cape Town, has an opportunity for a Senior Reinforcement Detailer to lead their detailing team. The role combines accurate PADDS reinforcement detailing, technical reviews and mentorship of junior staff across residential, commercial, hospitality and mixed-use structural projects .
Minimum Requirements
- At least five years' relevant experience in structural reinforcement detailing.
- Proven proficiency in PADDS Reinforcement Detailing.Proven proficiency in PADDS Reinforcement Detailing.
- Good working knowledge of the relevant SANS codes and reinforcement detailing standards.
- Sound understanding of reinforced concrete construction and reinforcement detailing principles.
- Ability to read and interpret structural engineering drawings and specifications.
- Experience reviewing reinforcement drawings and checking other detailers' work.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities and deadlines.
- Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with engineers, contractors and other project stakeholders.
- Confidence in leading and coordinating a reinforcement detailing team and willingness to train, mentor and develop new recruits.
- A proactive approach to technical problem-solving, pride in accurate, high-quality work, reliability, ownership and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Previous experience in a senior or supervisory detailing role will be advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coordinate and oversee the reinforcement detailing team.
- Produce and review accurate, detailed, construction-ready reinforcement drawings using PADDS Reinforcement Detailing.Produce and review accurate, detailed, construction-ready reinforcement drawings using PADDS Reinforcement Detailing.
- Ensure compliance with relevant SANS codes, standards and industry best practices.
- Interpret structural drawings, specifications and design information to develop practical, accurate reinforcement details.
- Coordinate detailing with structural engineers, BIM technicians, architects and other project team members.
- Review drawings for accuracy, constructability and compliance with the structural engineer's design intent.
- Manage detailing workloads, prioritise deliverables and meet project deadlines.
- Resolve detailing discrepancies and technical issues with the structural engineering team.
- Train, mentor and develop junior detailers and new recruits.
- Establish and maintain consistent detailing standards and quality-control procedures.
- Improve detailing workflows, productivity and overall drawing quality.
What the Opportunity Offers
- A diverse project portfolio including high-quality residential, commercial, hospitality and mixed-use developments.
- A leading role in developing and growing the reinforcement detailing team.
- A collaborative environment alongside experienced structural engineers and technical professionals.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.