Chief Engineer: Civil REF NO: 2025/57 at Department Of Public Works And Infrastructure

REQUIREMENTS :

• A BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering (Postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage). Compulsory registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr Eng.) with the Engineering Council of South Africa. A minimum of 6 years’ post qualification experience.
• Extensive experience in various fields of civil engineering which include but not limited to: geotechnical investigations and designs;  water engineering (design and construction of: bulk water services, connector infrastructures, reticulation systems, water reservoirs, waste water and water treatment works) and construction materials.
• Experience in traffic and transportation engineering will be an added advantage. Exposure to the four main contracts used in the civil engineering industry. Good understanding of the CIDB standard for uniformity and the standard professional services contract.

DUTIES :

• Technical specification and evaluation of professional service providers’ and contractors’ bids. Review and acceptance of the professional service provider’s concept and detailed designs. Assist in compilation of tender documentation.
• Conduct technical inspections and integrity surveys on various civil engineering assets. Compilation of technical justifications to initiate new projects.
• Compilation of business cases to justify funds for new projects. Conduct quality control over the work of consultants and contractors during the execution phase of projects.
• Assist project managers in resolving technical disputes arising at different stages of projects. Review and audit final professional civil engineering accounts. Accept responsibility for the development, implementation, review and regular updating of standardised civil engineering practice manuals for the Department.
• Undertake detail design, documentation and implementation of minor projects. Engage with client departments and stakeholders on technical matters. Provide mentorship and supervision to candidate engineers, technologists and technicians.