Civil Engineer - Bethal at Seriti

The Role

Be primarily responsible for managing all aspects of project civil works which include the Civil Balance of Plant (cBoP) design review, supply and construction scope, Offsite upgrades for the transport route from Richards Bay to site, Oversight of the civil elements of the Electrical Balance of Plant (eBoP)

Key responsibilities include:

Design and Engineering

• Ensure that the civil and structural design is completed on time so that the various interface requirements are met.
• Identify key inspection/witness points and conduct key work inspections.
• Ensuring that the civil works are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Collaborate with the Construction Site Manager and Project Manager to certify completion for milestone payments.
• Work with the Electrical Engineer and the Engineering Manager on the interfaces and overall design management.
• Ensure the civil design is progressed in a timely manner such that the various interface requirements are met, namely the road and foundations to accommodate the Wind Turbine deliveries and
• Undertake reviews to ensure the various supplied materials are in compliance with the various contractual requirements and applicable laws.
• Ensure the required inspections/tests are undertaken in line with the various plans and the appropriate quality documentation is provided.

Construction

• Responsible for ensuring that all civil works are of the required quality standards, and that they meet the specifications and design requirements.
• Regular site inspections and walkdowns to verify the civil contractor’s performance, contract adherence, quality etc
• Conducting inspections, witnessing of material and component tests, and overseeing any necessary remediation work.
• Close liaison with site team to ensure issues are being managed in accordance with the various contract requirements.
• Regular/periodic reporting of civil construction status
• Support of the handover of the civil assets to Seriti Green Asset Management team.

Contract Administration

• Ensure that all project contract requirements are implemented
• Produce procedures for contract requirements implementation as required;
• Ensure Company policies associated with construction and contracts are followed;
• Initiate contractual claims as necessary;
• Prepare contract variations;
• Lead the civil works payment and variation certification process and be directly involved in any contractual disputes should they arise
• Monitor and review financial data related to contract performance, forecasts, labour and variation costs, expected Gross Margin and profits and report any discrepancies as they arise
• Assist with reporting and processing monthly cost recording and processing
• Ensure all Project Civil Reports are provided in accordance with the project and company requirements;
• Produce and/or assist in estimating with guidance on costings and commercial matters, including the provision/review of commercial schedules for tender submissions on other projects of the various quality and operation documents

Education & Experience

• Tertiary qualification(s) in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a large infrastructure civil design and construction environment, preferably for an EPC
• Sound technical and commercial understanding of the civil and/or the construction Industry
• Good understanding of the appropriate South African and International Standards and Regulations
• Desirable to have wind farm project delivery experience
• Demonstrated high level of commercial acumen, with a proven ability to navigate complex deal structures.
• Demonstrated capacity to work for a multitude of internal and external clients with conflicting interests and priorities. Demonstrated capacity to influence outcomes.
• Demonstrated capacity to develop and manage relationships to ensure outcomes are achieved as harmoniously as possible.
• Demonstrated capacity to work both autonomously and within the team environment; use initiative; solve problems through analytical thinking; & make decisions within an intense construction environment.
• Experience with health, safety and environmental risk mitigation controls.