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Vish Services is looking for an experienced Professionally Registered Civil Engineer to lead the delivery of civil infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will oversee design, project management and contract administration, while mentor technical teams and maintaining high\-quality standards.
 



  





**RESPONSIBILITIES** 



* Act as Project Leader/Senior Design Engineer on multidisciplinary civil projects
* Lead project inception and costing with clients
* Inspection of the project site, developing and defining the scope of work where required.
* Maintain ISO 9001 quality assurance standards across all deliverables
* Preliminary investigation, planning and a level of design appropriate to allow decisions on feasibility.
* Assessment of existing infrastructural elements with the view of informing the project on options of how to integrate existing works with proposed new works.
* Consultation with authorities having rights or powers of sanction as well as consultation with the public and stakeholder groups.
* Searching for, obtaining, investigating and collating available data, drawings and plans relating to the works.
* Investigating financial and economic implications relating to the proposals or feasibility studies.
* Assist the client to develop timeframes for next stages of the project where required.
* Implementing projects from stage 1 to stage 6\.
* An ability to manage a team of 5 or more personnel.



  





**REQUIREMENTS** 




***Skills and Qualifications:***



* BEng (Civil Engineering) or BTech (Civil Engineering)
* Professionally registered with ECSA or proven to have already applied for ECSA Pr. Eng registration
* 5 years experience in the design, site supervision, and contract documentation of civil engineering projects.
* Knowledge, understanding and application of Revit
* Understanding of quality management system ISO 9001
* Legal knowledge of contracts and related laws
* Knowledge of design compliance standards
* Drivers Licence is essential
* Ready to travel and supervise other civil works on company projects sites



  





***BENEFITS***




 Salary: 
 **R30 000,00 per month net** 




 Job Types: 
 **Contract** 




 Contract length: 
 **24 months** 




  





***Documents Required***




 Please respond to the advert with your CV, Education Qualifications and ECSA certificate for verification to jobs@vishservices.co.za.

Professional Civil Engineer

**Joining Arup** 




 Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
 



 Africa faces unprecedented population growth alongside increasing urbanisation and climate volatility. These pressures demand integrated, future\-focused civil engineering solutions that balance technical rigour with environmental stewardship and social impact. In response, Arup are broadening our agile, digitally enabled Civil Engineering capability in South Africa, connected to Arup’s global expertise and grounded in local context.
 



 We exist to shape a better world – and we do so by bringing together imagination, technical excellence, and a deep sense of responsibility to people and planet.
 



 We are an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, architects, consultants, and technical specialists, working across every aspect of the built environment. In South Africa and across the African continent, civil engineering sits at the heart of society’s most urgent challenges – from resilient infrastructure and sustainable water systems to climate adaptation, urban growth, and social equity.
 



 With offices in Cape Town (est.1965\), Durban (est.1958\) and Johannesburg (est.1954\), you will work alongside established multidisciplinary teams with diverse industry knowledge, united by a shared commitment to people, excellence, influence, digital innovation, and sustainability. We are excited about the energy, perspectives, skills, and leadership you could bring.
 



  





**The Opportunity:** 




 We are seeking Resident Engineers from experienced site\-based engineering professionals to support the delivery of a confidential data centre project in Gauteng. These opportunities will be based on site in Centurion and are expected to be offered on a three\-year contract basis.
 



  





 You will play a key role in providing engineering oversight during construction, testing, commissioning and handover to ensure compliance with design intent, quality requirements, statutory regulations and client expectations.
 



  





 Working closely with clients, contractors, commissioning teams and multidisciplinary project teams, you will help ensure that works are delivered safely, to the required quality standards, and in accordance with approved designs and project requirements.
 



  





 We would like to hear from professionals with strong construction monitoring, site supervision, quality assurance, technical coordination and risk management experience, particularly within data centre, mission\-critical, industrial or large\-scale infrastructure environments. Data centre experience is preferred, while hyperscale data centre experience would be highly advantageous.
 



  





 The professional should be well established in technical leadership, construction monitoring, quality management, risk management, client engagement, commercial awareness, multidisciplinary coordination and report writing.
 



  





**Opportunities Available** 




 We are seeking expressions of interest across the following Resident Engineer disciplines:
 


* Resident Engineering Manager \- The Resident Engineering Manager provides leadership and coordination of the multidisciplinary Resident Engineering team, ensuring consistent construction assurance, quality oversight, risk management, commissioning readiness, and stakeholder engagement across all engineering disciplines to support the safe and successful delivery of the data centre project. The key focus will be technical governance, team leadership, multidisciplinary coordination, client interface, risk management, quality assurance, and delivery of construction, testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
* Resident Engineer \- Civil
* Resident Engineer \- Structural
* Resident Engineer \- Architectural
* Resident Engineer \- Mechanical
* Resident Engineer \- Mechanical
* Resident Engineer \- Electrical
* Resident Engineer \- Telecoms



  





 Candidates with experience spanning multiple disciplines or multidisciplinary site environments are encouraged to apply.
 



  





**We Would Love to Hear From You If You Have** 



* Candidates with experience spanning multiple disciplines or multidisciplinary site environments are encouraged to apply.
* A relevant qualification in Civil, Structural, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline.
* Professional registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer (PrEng) or Professional Engineering Technologist (PrTechEng) is preferred. Candidates who are eligible and actively working towards registration are also encouraged to apply.
* Demonstrated experience in engineering, construction supervision, site monitoring, or project delivery environments, including meaningful exposure to site\-based construction activities.
* Experience contributing to large\-scale infrastructure, industrial, mission\-critical, or data centre projects.
* Experience in construction monitoring, quality assurance, technical coordination, and stakeholder engagement.
* Experience supporting testing, commissioning, and project handover activities.
* Strong communication, report\-writing, analytical, and problem\-solving skills.
* Data centre project experience is advantageous, with experience on hyperscale data centre projects considered beneficial.
* Experience gained on other complex industrial, manufacturing, energy, transportation, or infrastructure projects will also be considered.



  





 Not ready to apply just yet, or have some questions? Please email Carien Ferreira at Carien.Ferreira@arup.com.
 



  





**What we offer you:** 




 At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
 



  





 We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities.
 



  





 An environment that will give you freedom to design with a purpose, focus on your skills to deliver quality work to our clients, opportunity to learn and share knowledge openly. You will have the opportunity to utilise your technical expertise to improve the lives of the most vulnerable in the communities in which we live and work through Arup's community engagement programme.
 



  





**Different people, shared values:** 




 At Arup, we believe when talented people collaborate, great things are possible. Arup hires people with proven skills and open minds. We are taking deliberate action to create an inclusive culture that is grounded in our purpose to shape a better world.
 



  





 At Arup, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), disability, neurotype or mental health, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
 



  





 Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross\-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ\+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.
 



  





 Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your\-life\-at\-arup.
 



 We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Carien Ferreira at Carien.Ferreira@arup.com to let u

Resident Engineer

**About The Company**
 SLR is in the process of growing our footprint around the globe, and as such we are continuously looking for talented people to join our team and who would add value to Our Business.
   

  

 We are recognised as one of the global leaders in environmental and advisory solutions, helping our clients to achieve their sustainability goals. SLR has over 100 offices in 13 different countries across the world and we actively encourage collaboration and learning between the many disciplines and services we offer globally.
   

  

 At SLR you can expect a flexible and supportive 'One Team’ culture that sits at the heart of our business and ensures that we offer a rewarding place to work. You will have the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders and specialists on interesting projects and being part of a team that makes a difference.
   

  

**Job Purpose**
 To provide technical leadership on geotechnical projects, developing client relationships, mentoring staff and supporting the continued growth of the geotechnical business.
   

  

**Minimum Requirements**
* A Civil Engineering or Engineering Geology degree.
* At least 10 years (minimum) of experience in geotechnical planning, site investigation, laboratory testing, geotechnical analysis, and technical reporting.
* Experience in leading projects and mentoring technical staff.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office/365 and associated applications.
* Proficiency in geotechnical analysis and modelling software.
* Valid driver’s license.
* Must have a valid passport and be willing to travel internationally.
* Professional registration with ECSA (PrEng) or SACNASP (PrSciNat) in South Africa. Alternatively, relevant professional registration in countries outside of South Africa would also be considered.
* Must be able to support and provide guidance on site as and when required.
* Must be able to bring in own clients and associated work to support the geotechnical engineering workload pipeline for the team.


**Responsibilities**
* Lead and manage geotechnical projects from proposal through to design and construction.
* Assist the Geotechnical Practice Leader with business development and client relationships.
* Tender and contract documentation preparation for the geotechnical engineering aspects of engineering projects and geotechnical investigations.
* Planning of field investigations, monitoring programmes and laboratory testing.
* Supervision and management of field investigations, monitoring programmes and laboratory testing.
* Geotechnical analysis and modelling.
* Preparation of geotechnical factual, interpretive, and design reports.
* Supervision of geotechnical activities for engineering construction projects.
* Manage project budgets, programmes and client communication.
* Mentor graduate and junior engineers and engineering geologists.
* Assist the Geotechnical Project Leader in growing the geotechnical business across Africa.
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and new clients.
* Support the development of new service offerings in geotechnical engineering
* Assistance with diversification of the geotechnical team into sectors outside of mining.


**Skills/ Attributes**
* Strong geotechnical technical knowledge and engineering judgement.
* Sound writing and communication skills.
* Excellent time management skills and ability to multi\-task and prioritise work.
* Attention to detail and problem\-solving skills.
* Strong mentoring skills.
* Strong organisational and planning skills.
* Must be able to work in a fast\-paced environment.
* Project and team management skills.
* Mentorship and guidance skills


*SLR’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. We actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. SLR is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates, and values diversity \& inclusion.*

Associate Geotechnical Professional

**Joining Arup**
 Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
   

  

 Africa faces unprecedented population growth alongside increasing urbanisation and climate volatility. These pressures demand integrated, future\-focused civil engineering solutions that balance technical rigour with environmental stewardship and social impact. In response, Arup are broadening our agile, digitally enabled Civil Engineering capability in South Africa, connected to Arup’s global expertise and grounded in local context.
   

  

 We exist to shape a better world – and we do so by bringing together imagination, technical excellence, and a deep sense of responsibility to people and planet.
   

  

 We are an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, architects, consultants, and technical specialists, working across every aspect of the built environment. In South Africa and across the African continent, civil engineering sits at the heart of society’s most urgent challenges – from resilient infrastructure and sustainable water systems to climate adaptation, urban growth, and social equity.
   

  

 With offices in Cape Town (est.1965\), Durban (est.1958\) and Johannesburg (est.1954\), you will work alongside established multidisciplinary teams with diverse industry knowledge, united by a shared commitment to people, excellence, influence, digital innovation, and sustainability. We are excited about the energy, perspectives, skills, and leadership you could bring.
   

  

**The Opportunity**
 We are seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced site\-based engineering professionals to support the delivery of a confidential data centre project in Gauteng. These opportunities will be based on site in Centurion and are expected to be offered on a three\-year contract basis.
   

  

 You will play a key role in providing engineering oversight during construction, testing, commissioning and handover to ensure compliance with design intent, quality requirements, statutory regulations and client expectations.
   

  

 Working closely with clients, contractors, commissioning teams and multidisciplinary project teams, you will help ensure that works are delivered safely, to the required quality standards, and in accordance with approved designs and project requirements.
   

  

 We would like to hear from professionals with strong construction monitoring, site supervision, quality assurance, technical coordination and risk management experience, particularly within data centre, mission\-critical, industrial or large\-scale infrastructure environments. Data centre experience is preferred, while hyperscale data centre experience would be highly advantageous.
   

  

 The professional should be well established in technical leadership, construction monitoring, quality management, risk management, client engagement, commercial awareness, multidisciplinary coordination and report writing.
   

  

**Opportunities Available**
 We are seeking expressions of interest across the following Resident Engineer disciplines:
   

  

* Resident Engineering Manager \- The Resident Engineering Manager provides leadership and coordination of the multidisciplinary Resident Engineering team, ensuring consistent construction assurance, quality oversight, risk management, commissioning readiness, and stakeholder engagement across all engineering disciplines to support the safe and successful delivery of the data centre project. The key focus will be technical governance, team leadership, multidisciplinary coordination, client interface, risk management, quality assurance, and delivery of construction, testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
* Resident Engineer \- Civil
* Resident Engineer \- Structural
* Resident Engineer \- Architectural
* Resident Engineer \- Mechanical
* Resident Engineer \- Mechanical
* Resident Engineer \- Electrical
* Resident Engineer \- Telecoms


 Candidates with experience spanning multiple disciplines or multidisciplinary site environments are encouraged to apply.
   

  

**We Would Love to Hear From You If You Have**
* Candidates with experience spanning multiple disciplines or multidisciplinary site environments are encouraged to apply.
* A relevant qualification in Civil, Structural, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline.
* Professional registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer (PrEng) or Professional Engineering Technologist (PrTechEng) is preferred. Candidates who are eligible and actively working towards registration are also encouraged to apply.
* Demonstrated experience in engineering, construction supervision, site monitoring, or project delivery environments, including meaningful exposure to site\-based construction activities.
* Experience contributing to large\-scale infrastructure, industrial, mission\-critical, or data centre projects.
* Experience in construction monitoring, quality assurance, technical coordination, and stakeholder engagement.
* Experience supporting testing, commissioning, and project handover activities.
* Strong communication, report\-writing, analytical, and problem\-solving skills.
* Data centre project experience is advantageous, with experience on hyperscale data centre projects considered beneficial.
* Experience gained on other complex industrial, manufacturing, energy, transportation, or infrastructure projects will also be considered.


 Not ready to apply just yet, or have some questions? Please email Carien Ferreira at Carien.Ferreira@arup.com .
   

  

**What We Offer You**
 At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
   

  

 We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities.
   

  

 An environment that will give you freedom to design with a purpose, focus on your skills to deliver quality work to our clients, opportunity to learn and share knowledge openly. You will have the opportunity to utilise your technical expertise to improve the lives of the most vulnerable in the communities in which we live and work through Arup's community engagement programme.
   

  

**Different People, Shared Values**
 At Arup, we believe when talented people collaborate, great things are possible. Arup hires people with proven skills and open minds. We are taking deliberate action to create an inclusive culture that is grounded in our purpose to shape a better world.
   

  

 At Arup, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), disability, neurotype or mental health, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
   

  

 Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross\-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ\+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.
   

  

 Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your\-life\-at\-arup .
   

  

 We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Carien Ferreira at Carien.Ferreira@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout you

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