Geometric Design Specialist at Hatch

As the successful candidate, you will:

• Undertake and review geometric design work of National, Provincial and Municipal Roads.
• Coordinate investigational studies e.g., Topographical Surveys, Traffic Studies, Materials Investigation, Geotechnical studies, Environmental Impact Assessments, etc.
• Preparation and review of CAD drawings e.g., Layout Plans, Long Sections, Cross-sections, etc.
• Undertake and review stormwater drainage design.
• Prepare and review technical design reports.
• Prepare and review schedule of quantities using COLTO, SANS 1200 and etc;
• Assist in developing project specifications and cost estimates in line with CIDB;
• Assist with tender documentation and procurement.
• Support during construction supervision and contract administration stages.
• Actively contribute to mentoring and upskilling of junior staff.
• Preparation of bid proposals for new work opportunities.
• Act as a Project Leader or Project Manager for Roads and Highways projects.
• Assist with any other business development initiatives within the Highways &Bridges Business Unit.
• Network and nurture long-term relationship with team members and clients e.g., Western Cape Department of Infrastructure, SANRAL, City of Cape Town and others.

You bring to the role:

• BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering with a minimum of 10 - 15 years’ experience in the planning and design of Roads and Highways and must be registered with ECSA as a PrEng.
• Highly competent in road conceptual planning and geometric design and drawing production standards for national, provincial, and municipal road projects.
• Demonstrate experience in the design of freeway interchanges, major provincial roads, urban arterial roads, dual carriageways, major intersections, roundabouts, traffic engineering, and drainage.
• Good understanding of relevant design methods and guidelines for Roads & Highways projects at National, Provincial and Municipal level is essential.
• Must have been involved on all stages of a road project i.e., Basic Planning Studies & Reporting, Conceptual, Preliminary, Detailed Design, Preparation of Design Reports, Tender Documentation and Construction Monitoring.
• Experience must include involvement in greenfield, improvement, upgrading, and maintenance road projects.
• Good technical report writing skills are essential including ability to effectively communicate and liaise with clients and lead design teams.
• Good interpersonal and professional communication skills with high levels of confidence, patience, and commitment.
• Proficient in Civil 3D and AutoCAD software.