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Employment Type: Permanent
  

Reference No: 14652
  

Pretoria
  

  

**Qualifications and experience:**
  

NDip in Civil Engineering or relevant qualification  

  

  

  

  

Minimum 8\-10 years' experience in the management and execution of projects.
  

  

Experience in all types of building structures; experience in civil structures will be an advantage.
  

Revit and Autocad is essential, with experience in BIM modelling, structural drafting and rebar detailing.  

  

  

  

  

  

  

**Responsibilities:**
  

BIM Modelling and structural drafting in Revit and Autocad.
  

Reinforcing detailing.
  

Assist with conceptual design development and preliminary drawings for further refinement by the engineer.
  

Produce functional, economical and technically correct drawings in conjunction with the engineer.
  

Translate specifications and designs into engineering drawings, ready for construction.
  

Drawings must provide unambiguous scope for execution.
  

Contribute to the success and profitability of projects by applying technical skills and efficient work practices.
  

Calculate quantities and measurements to enable the team to produce effective and accurate schedules.
  

Coordination with all disciplines.
  

Manage drawings received and the drawings issuing process.
  

Review incoming drawings and advise the engineer and draughters on changes required.
  

Manage projects during execution stage: shared inspections/meetings. responsibility with the engineer as required.
  

Manage compliance with the ISO 9001 quality system and drawing standards.
  

Good people and communication skills.  

  

  

  

**Requirements:**
  

Revit and Autocad is essential, with experience in BIM modelling, structural drafting and rebar detailing.
  

**Remuneration:**
  

Negotiable and based on the candidates qualifications and years of relevant experience
  

  

**Starting Date:**
  

10/6/2026 12:00:00 AM
  

  

PLEASE NOTE
  

- Closing date:
10/16/2026 12:00:00 AM
  

  

DOING GOOD WHILE DOING BUSINESS

Engineering Draughtsperson (Senior)

Hire Resolve is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Professional Civil Engineer to join our client's team in Pretoria. As a Pr Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing civil engineering projects, ensuring their successful completion within the designated time frames and budgets. You will work closely with a team of engineers and technicians to ensure the highest quality of work. Responsibilities: Manage and supervise civil engineering projects from conc…

Pr Civil Engineer

**Key Responsibilities**

* Prepare detailed structural engineering drawings and construction documentation.
* Assist with the structural design and analysis of a wide range of projects.
* Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, and design documentation.
* Conduct site inspections and assessments to verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and relevant standards.
* Liaise with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients throughout the design and construction process.
* Assist with the coordination of multidisciplinary projects and resolve technical queries during construction.

**Minimum Requirements**

* Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Civil or Structural Engineering.
* Minimum of 5 years' experience in structural engineering.
* Valid South African driver's licence.
* Sound understanding of structural engineering principles, reinforced concrete, structural steel, masonry, etc.
* Good knowledge of South African building regulations and relevant SANS codes.
* Strong communication, problem\-solving, and organisational skills.
* Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

**Project Experience**

Experience in two or more of the following project sectors will be advantageous:

* Residential developments
* Commercial buildings
* Industrial facilities
* Educational facilities
* Healthcare facilities
* Warehouses and manufacturing plants

**Software Requirements**

Proficiency in the following software is required:

* CADDIE and/or AutoCAD
* Prokon
* Autodesk Revit
* Padds
* Experience with additional structural analysis and BIM software will be advantageous.

Pay: R50 000,00 \- R60 000,00 per month

Experience:

* structural : 5 years (Required)

Language:

* Afrikaans (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Senior Transport Civil Engineer & Project Leader

Execustaff is seeking a Senior Engineer / Technical Director (Civil or Mechanical) with Pr Eng registration or imminent, to lead water resilience projects from Pretoria. The role demands design leadership across wet services, strong mentoring, and active client engagement. Candidates should have 10 years in water engineering and demonstrable end-to-end delivery, including groundwater, filtration, and site experience. Excellent governance and communication are essential for practice leadership. …

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Civil Engineer Pretoria

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Job Description:
**Project Overview**
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The Orange\-Senqu River Commission (ORASECOM) is seeking consulting services to conduct a technical feasibility study and produce the preliminary design for the water conveyance system of the Lesotho to Botswana Water Transfer Scheme. The bulk water transfer scheme is intended to mobilize water in Lesotho and convey it through South Africa to Botswana, while supplying users along the route. The study will assess and integrate technical, financial, environmental, regulatory, institutional, social, and climate considerations to support financing and implementation decisions.
The assignment covers route confirmation, demand and socioeconomic assessment, topographical and cadastral surveys, geotechnical and materials investigations, climate risk assessment, hydraulic modelling and optimization, preliminary design of pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs and supporting infrastructure, cost estimation, economic analysis, and preparation of detailed\-design terms of reference and a Record of Implementation Decision.**Position Description**
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CDM Smith is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer to lead civil and structural preliminary design for the anticipated water\-conveyance feasibility study. The position will develop feasibility\-level designs for reservoirs, pump\-station structures, break\-pressure tanks, abstraction and outfall works, crossings, valve chambers, energy\-dissipation structures, foundations, and other major hydraulic and supporting structures.* *Professional engagement is contingent on project award and client approval.*

**Responsibilities**
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* Establish civil and structural design criteria, loading cases, factors of safety, allowable stresses, stability criteria, seismic parameters, durability requirements, and applicable codes and standards.
* Lead the preliminary structural design of reservoirs, break\-pressure tanks, pump\-station buildings, abstraction works, outfall structures, energy\-dissipation structures, crossings, valve chambers, and other significant structures.
* Undertake structural, stability, deformation, stress, seepage, foundation\-treatment, grouting, and steady\-state or transient load analyses as applicable.
* Develop reinforced\-concrete concepts, dimensions, reinforcement estimates, indicative reinforcement arrangements, and accurate concrete and reinforcement quantities.
* Coordinate structural foundations and earthworks with the geotechnical investigation findings, including dolomitic terrain, undermined areas, subsidence, seismicity, and river\-crossing conditions.
* Develop structure layouts, plans, sections, details, temporary\-works concepts, spoil plans, construction methods, constructability inputs, and design health and safety requirements.
* Support HAZOP, reliability analysis, instrumentation planning, climate\-risk assessment, O\&M and emergency\-preparedness planning, and strategic asset management.
* Prepare and review design calculations, drawings, specifications, bills of quantities, cost estimates, implementation plans, construction programmes, and preliminary design reports.


Coordinate interfaces with pipeline, hydraulic, electro\-mechanical, roads, survey, geotechnical, ESIA, land, and cost specialists.
Skills \& Abilities:
* Advanced civil and structural engineering for reservoirs, pump stations, hydraulic structures, and large water\-system facilities.
* Reinforced\-concrete and structural analysis, hydraulic loading, stability, seepage, deformation, seismic design, foundations, and durability.
* Ability to integrate geotechnical, hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, architectural, constructability, environmental, and occupational\-safety requirements.
* Strong feasibility and preliminary\-design calculations, drawing development, quantity estimation, specifications, and cost inputs.
* Design leadership, multidisciplinary coordination, technical review, risk management, and clear English\-language reporting.


Qualifications:
* Minimum qualification of a master’s degree in Structural Engineering or relevant fields
* 15 years post qualification experience in the design, planning and development of reservoir and hydraulic structurers for water system projects.
* They should be registered as a professional engineer with a recognized statutory engineering professional body


Preferred Qualifications:
* Civil and structural design experience on reservoirs, pump stations, break\-pressure tanks, abstraction works, outfalls, crossings, or similar hydraulic structures in Lesotho, Botswana, or South Africa.
* Experience designing structures for large\-diameter, high\-pressure pipeline and high\-head pumping systems, including transient hydraulic loading.
* Demonstrated experience with reinforced\-concrete water\-retaining structures, foundation treatment, seepage control, energy dissipation, and structural instrumentation.
* Experience addressing structural and foundation risks associated with dolomitic terrain, undermined mining areas, subsidence, seismicity, and difficult river crossings.
* Working knowledge of applicable structural, concrete, water\-retaining, seismic, occupational\-safety, and construction standards used in the target countries.
* Current professional engineering registration that can be readily verified in a relevant statutory jurisdiction.


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Civil/Structural Engineer, Southern Africa

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**

* Modelling and Detailing
* Autodesk, Revit, Civil 3D and Bentley implementation for team
* Develop Autodesk templates/ Libraries and tools to maintain standards
* Programming within Autodesk (Visual Coding/Automation)
* Quality audit on outgoing drawings
* Standardisation of all drawings on project
* Visualization of 3D models of projects for presentations
* BIM implementation
* Handling all Autodesk troubleshooting and setting up of interfaces in respective department
* Participating in office technical discussions and project delivery meetings
* Mentor, train and provide technical support to junior staff
* Conducting conceptual and detailed design and modelling to prepare technical drawings and documentation
* Provide practical and economical solutions to project deliverables
* Applying a deeper understanding of modelling principles to devise and deliver practical and economical solutions to problems
* Maintain a high level of Modelling expertise and engineering knowledge
* Undertake supervisor role and lead on projects
* Ensure drawings and documentation are to the highest quality
* Maintain internal and external client satisfaction
* Strictly adhere to SMEC’s Management System (MS), quality standards and OHS procedures
* Introduce Graduate Engineers to in\-house standards and the practical application of tasks and construction techniques
* Assist Project Managers with site queries and reporting solutions

 **KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS**

* Accuracy of models
* Meeting set deadlines
* Ability to work independently
* Identifies and understands technical issues, problems and opportunities
* Project delivery to meet client’s ToR and departments BEP
* Development of networks and contribution to team goals
* Commercial awareness
* Technical support and mentoring
* Parametric workflow creation
* Parametric Modelling
* 3D Details to LOD deliverables
* Setup of Models
* ISO\-19650 Understanding
* Automation and programming


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Senior Digital Delivery Technician

**Overview** 




 Join our
 **Municipal Infrastructure Department** 
 and contribute to the planning, design and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects for public and private sector clients.
 



 We are looking for a
 **Civil Engineer with 3–7 years' relevant experience** 
 and strong practical experience in municipal infrastructure design, including roads, stormwater, water supply and sewer reticulation. The role offers exposure to projects from design through to construction support and close\-out, working within a multidisciplinary team.
 



  





**Key Responsibilities** 



* Plan, design and develop municipal infrastructure projects, including roads, stormwater, water and sewer infrastructure.
* Undertake engineering calculations, technical analysis and detailed designs.
* Prepare and review engineering drawings, design reports, specifications, schedules and bills of quantities.
* Compile technical documentation for tender and construction purposes.
* Provide technical input during tender processes and contract administration.
* Coordinate designs and project information with architects, quantity surveyors, contractors and other consultants.
* Liaise with clients, municipalities, authorities and other stakeholders.
* Conduct site inspections and provide technical support during construction.
* Review designs and technical documentation for accuracy, quality and compliance.
* Identify and resolve technical and design\-related challenges.



  





**Minimum Requirements** 



* **3–7 years’ experience** 
 in municipal infrastructure design.
* Experience in
 **roads, stormwater, water, sewer and related infrastructure** 
 .
* **BEng / BSc in Civil Engineering** 
 .
* Proficiency in
 **AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil 3D.**
* Strong
 **technical, analytical, problem\-solving and communication skills** 
 .
* Knowledge of
 **municipal infrastructure standards** 
 and ability to work in a
 **multidisciplinary team** 
 .



  





**What We Offer** 



* Exposure to a variety of municipal infrastructure projects.
* Involvement across the project lifecycle, from design through to construction support and close\-out.
* Collaboration with professionals across multiple built environment disciplines.
* Office\-based work combined with practical site exposure.

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