JOB TITLE:

Civil Engineer

DEPARTMENT

Projects

LOCATION

Regional Locations & Head Office

REPORTING TO

Project Head

PURPOSE OF JOB

To plan, design and oversee construction and maintenance of building structures and infrastructure.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

·     Manage, design, develop, create and maintain small-scale through to large-scale construction projects in a safe, timely and sustainable manner.

·     Conduct on site investigations and analyze data (maps, reports, tests, drawings and other).

·     Carry out technical and feasibility studies and draw up blueprints that satisfy technical specifications

·     Assess potential risks, materials and costs.

·     Provide advice and resolve creatively any emerging problems/deficiencies.

·     Oversee and mentor staff and liaise with a variety of stakeholders.

·     Handle over the resulting structures and services for use.

·     Monitor progress and compile reports in project status.

·     Comply with guidelines and regulations including permits, safety etc and deliver technical files and other technical documentation as required.

·      Inspect project sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications and safety or sanitation standards.

·     Direct construction, operations, and maintenance activities at project site.

·     Estimate quantities and cost of materials, equipment, or labor to determine project feasibility.

·     Test soils and materials to determine the adequacy and strength of foundations, concrete, asphalt, or steel.

·     Provide technical advice regarding design, construction, or program modifications and structural repairs to industrial and managerial personnel.

SKILLS:

·      BS/MS degree in Civil Engineering or a related subject.

·      Proven working experience in civil engineering

·      Excellent knowledge of design and visualizations software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D or similar.

·      Proficiency in site layout, grading, utility design, erosion control, regulatory approvals etc

·      Project management and supervision skills

·      Strong communication and interpersonal skills