Production Engineer: Civil at Department Of Public Works And Infrastructure

REQUIREMENTS :

• At least a BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering. A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in the field of civil engineering post qualification. Compulsory registration as a Professional Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (Professional Engineering Technologist will not be considered).
• 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.

DUTIES :

• Technical evaluation of professional service providers’ and contractors’ bids. Review and acceptance of the professional service provider’s concept and detailed design. Assist in compilation of tender documentation. Conduct technical inspections and integrity surveys on various civil engineering assets.
• Conduct quality control over the work of the consultant and the contractor during the execution phase of the project.
• Conduct minor traffic studies under supervision of a chief engineer. Assist project managers in resolving technical disputes arising at different stages of the project. Review and audit final professional civil engineering accounts and construction contract final accounts.
• Accept responsibility for the development, implementation, review and regular updating of standardized civil engineering practice manuals for the Department. Undertake in-house designs, documentation and implementation of minor projects.