Current Openings at WSP in Africa

Job Description

We are offering an amazing opportunity for motivated and talented individuals to join our growing and develop their career within the Structures team in one of our Cape Town Property & Buildings Coastal office. Working within the Structures division you will be involved in exciting new projects ranging from Industrial Steel Structures to Reinforced Concrete Commercial Structures.

You will be part of a stimulating Team of engineers and BIM modelers who are pushing the boundaries and supporting staff in their development within the 3D BIM environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver structural engineering BIM models in a multi-disciplinary project environment;
• Responsible for documentation of reinforced concrete and steel structures;
• Delivery of projects following a modern BIM workflow; Design and model in Revit. Paperless office;
• Produce quality work that conforms to our ISO quality standards;

A Typical Week Would Include:

• The Structural BIM Modeler will be responsible for producing 3D Models of structures and ancillary components (including data and drawing delivery);
• Liaise with the discipline engineers and collaborate and coordinate with other teams involved in the scheme throughout the development of the project;
• Follow the BIM content standards, execution plan and project workflow set out by the BIM coordinator/Lead/Manager;
• In accordance with WSP and Project standards, review and select appropriate techniques and procedures for task execution;
• Export files in required formats for preparation and collaboration within federated models;
• Adapting to new software’s and workflows for the needs of the business and/or Client requirements;
• Personal development through provided WSP training and learning streams;
• Leading the development of junior staff;
• Planning, monitoring and development of required outputs;
• Contribute, at a National Level, to continual development;
• Working on wide range of exciting projects at a local, national and international level;
• Maintain and develop Revit families and standards

Health and Safety:

• Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behavior consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you;
• Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm;
• Embracing, displaying and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is always maintained.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Civil Engineering. B.Sc / M.Sc in Civil Engineering of advantage;
• “Autodesk Certified Professional: Revit Structures” accreditation;
• 10 years’ experience mainly in structural engineering BIM Modelling;
• Structural Design experience would be advantageous;
• Registered as professional engineer (PrEng) with ECSA;
• Project Management experience advantageous;
• Revit experience on LOD400 project delivery level;
• Multidisciplinary project experience in Revit;
• Rebar detailing experience in 3D with a good understanding of SANS10100 and SANS10144;

Key Competencies:

The successful candidates will need to be able to demonstrate:

• Project experience in 3D modelling, design coordination and delivery of geometry, data and drawings.
• Strong technical engineering and construction best practices knowledge;
• Strong ability in engineering drawing preparation, construction detailing, including preparation of reinforcement detailing and schedules;
• Ability to challenge and contribute to engineering detailing and propose better practices;
• Experience working within a Structural Engineering background;
• Experience using modelling packages such as Autodesk Revit, Bentley AECOSim;
• Have expert knowledge in at least one 3D modelling package;
• Experience in rebar modeling in Revit using CADS RC;
• Experience in rebar detailing using ProBar (AutoPadds);
• Experience in Rhino and Dynamo (visual programming environment) would be an added advantage.
• Experience working with EDMS solutions such as Autodesk BIM360 etc;
• Experience producing guidance documentation using Microsoft Word etc;
• Intermediate to Advanced level experience in use of Microsoft Excel;
• Experience in coordinating inter-disciplinary information in a 3D environment;
• Experience working and manipulating reality data such as point clouds etc;
• Experience collaborating with inter-disciplinary design teams;
• Experience with BIM standards and best practices and reporting non-compliance;
• Ability to produce task information delivery plans and provide estimates of required time for proposed and provided tasks;
• Agree priorities and deadlines for model and drawing production with the project engineer;
• Ability to work on own initiative, manage own time and assist managing junior staff to meet deadlines;
• Ability to work as part of a wider National and International team;
• Drive to contribute to continual development through capturing of project lessons learnt and sharing solutions or suggestion for improvement within the National BIM Leadership Team;
• Proven record of delivering in a deadline-oriented environment;
• Excellent people skills – clients and staff;
• Valid Driver’s License;
• To take pride in work;
• Willing to travel.

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Job Description

The items detailed herein are guidelines for the Mechanical (HVAC + Wet Services) Project Engineer position; they are to include the items detailed below but are not limited to these. These items are indicators of eligibility / capability for the position. The suitability of staff for the position remains at the discretion of management and subject to an Engineering position being available. Hospital and other Healthcare experience will be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proficient in Air Conditioning, heat load and ventilation calculations.
• Proficient in Wet Services pipe sizing, drainage design and hot water generation.
• Thorough understanding of South African National Standards (SANS – including R158), IUSS (global standard understanding such as British Standards, ASHRAE, etc. will be advantageous).
• Proficient in various HVAC design software packages (e.g. HAP, I.E.S) and manual air psychrometric analysis and design.
• Air/fluid/heat Flow calculation software and analysis
• Design, based on client requirements and specifications.
• Collaborate with architects, project managers, and other stakeholders to integrate wet services and HVAC systems seamlessly into building designs.
• Proficient in various HVAC and Wet Services modeling software and BIM conversant is essential (AutoCAD, Revit, BIM360, etc.)
• Proficient in all project stages from inception through to close-out and competent in constructing and compiling tender documentation and management of that process.
• Formulation of Bills of Quantities (BOQ’s)
• Specialist equipment specifications understanding and approvals.
• Quality control (QA/QC)
• Site supervision and construction monitoring
• Trouble shooting existing installations.
• Cost control (related to mechanical Wet and HVAC only)
• Project scoping and scope monitoring
• Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of wet services and HVAC systems.
• Coordinate with contractors and construction teams to ensure accurate implementation of designs.
• Conduct site inspections to monitor progress and resolve any issues that may arise during installation.
• Contractor and contract management (mechanical Wet and HVAC discipline)
• Fundamental understanding of Electrical and Fire engineering is required.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance system sustainability.
• Integrate renewable energy sources where applicable to reduce environmental impact.

Health and Safety:

• Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behaviour consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you
• Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm
• Embracing, displaying and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times

Qualifications

• BSc/BTech in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited University
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in HVAC and Wet Services Design. MEPF Building services experience highly advantageous
• Candidate engineer with ECSA. Professionally registered with ECSA highly advantageous
• Autodesk software experience such as Revit,AutoCAD and Autodesk Construction Cloud (or BIM360) Software experience
• Bluebeam experience advantageous
• Solid knowledge of SANS 0252 and SANS 10400 and supplemental knowledge of the equivalent CIBSE/BS/ASPE codes highly advantageous.
• Solid and demonstrated experience in project budgets, valuation certificates and cost reports.
• Solid and demonstrated experience in tender documents, measuring of Bills of Quantities (BOQ’s) and compiling JBCC-based tender documents

Key competencies and Generic Skills:

• Computer literacy skills (Advanced knowledge of Excel and Word)
• Experience in various Autodesk products (AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, BIM360 suite)
• Must be self-motivated
• Team player
• Excellent communicator and good discussion and problem resolution skills
• A self-starter who can run with and manage his own projects with the guidance of a senior engineer
• Skilled in thermodynamic and pipe network design principles
• Must be responsible and have a high level of self-sufficiency and be able to apply common sense
• Must have a questioning and inquisitive mind
• Code B drivers’ license (preferably own car)
• Willing and able to travel abroad

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KEY ROLE:

WSP operates in a discipline model where project teams are located in dispersed locations and collaborate virtually to deliver major project designs. The Structural BIM Modeler performs a variety of design activities including BIM modelling, design, preparing drawings for projects, clash detection, establishing guidelines and procedures and managing workload distribution within the BIM team. The incumbent must be familiar with the collaborative Autodesk Suite and Bentley Suite of design software tools. Proven competence in modelling Bridge and Civil Structures and be able to develop and interpret detail design work.  The Structural BIM Modeler will be involved in automated design using Dynamo and the like, Navis works Clash detection and coordination of major infrastructure projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the modelling team to ensure that project deliverables are met in accordance with specifications and quality standards
• Able to model using the following collaborative software tools; 
• Bentley Suite - Microstation, AECOSIM, ProjectWise or AutoDesk Suite – Civil 3D, Navisworks, BIM 360, Revit  as well as reinforcement packages such as CADS RC

Develop and interpret Bridge and Civil Structural modelling and designs including:

• Bridge and Culverts, clash detection and modelling for highways structures.
• Reinforcement detailing of structural elements in CADS RC
• Civil structures modeling in Revit or AECOSIM
• Interact and coordinate with other disciplines using NAVIS works or ITWIN

HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behaviour consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you
• Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm
• Embracing, displaying and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times

ETHICS

• Adhere to the highest standards of ethical behaviour aligned with the company policies

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ relevant experience in modelling of civil structures
• Highly competent with structural engineering modeling using either AutoDesk Suite and Bentley related Bentley software
• Minimum 3 years’ managing a project team
• EE candidate preferred.

KEY COMPETENCIES AND GENERIC SKILLS:

• Self-training ability, with an affinity to learn new design technologies
• Taking ownership and being proactive in the working environment
• Possess initiative and good interpersonal skills
• Must be a collaborative team player
• Resilient under pressure to work independently from dispersed location whilst operating as a team
• Be able to deliver on challenging projects that have tight timelines.
• Accuracy – Attention to detail and correctness of drawings
• Committed to delivering excellent levels of service
• Good communicator

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Job Description

The successful candidate will provide support and contribute in surface water resource projects; storm water management, hydrology studies / modelling, river design and water intakes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop water and salt balances for mining and industrial clients.
• Give input on water components for EIA’s and mine waste management projects.
• Provide hydrological inputs for tailings dam break analysis studies.
• Develop high quality project and design technical reports for clients.
• Manage project budget, resources and timelines effectively.
• Mentor junior engineers with stormwater, hydrology and water and salt balance projects.
• Prepare Macros on Excel for data interpretation, reporting and management

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering.
• 3 - 5 plus years’ experience in the field of Environmental Engineering related to surface water will be advantageous.
• MS Word, MS Excel (Advanced), MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, MS Projects,
• Use of GoldSim, PCSWWM, XPSWWM, Civil 3D will be advantageous.

Knowledge:

• Demonstrated ability in water resources including hydrology, water balance, water supply feasibility and water reuse.

Key Competencies and Generic Skills:

• The employee has well developed general technical skills.
• Displays strong project management and report writing skills.
• Takes direction from and supports intermediate and senior staff to achieve project and business goals.
• Displays personal leadership in completion of work tasks.
• Makes basic decisions with input from intermediate and senior staff.
• Contributes to projects with a major focus on data collection and processing with an increasing role in analysis and interpretation.
• Has an aptitude and interest in model development and application.
• Contributes to sections of reports including description of investigations, results and analysis.
• Employees focus on setting a positive example by identifying and reporting hazards, near misses and incidents.
• Displays a ‘safety first’ focus and is setting a positive example by identifying and reporting hazards, near misses and incidents.

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Job Description

KEY ROLE:

The Principal Associate: Geometrics leads day-to-day technical matters associated with the geometrics discipline (focussing on road alignment, stormwater and safety designs) within Transport & Infrastructure Sector, and provides support to the Sector Lead & the Discipline Lead, across Africa. This individual is responsible to the Sector Lead for leadership of people, projects, clients and business performance in the geometrics discipline, and will provide support to the Sector Lead across the Highways, Transport Planning, ITS and Rail disciplines.

The role of a Principal Associate: Geometrics is to embed a strong client and project management culture around a technically excellent and efficient delivery model, balanced with the need to satisfy client, staff and commercial expectations.  This role spans the full operating geography of WSP in Africa, with engagements into the WSP Global team worldwide.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Managing day to day operations as delegated
• Manage, guide, mentor and take professional responsibility for the deliverables of the technical team in the Geometrics Discipline
• Project Management of delegated projects and project managers
• Marketing and securing of new business
• Assisting Sector Leader and Discipline Leads in terms of financial management and performance of the Sector
• Developing overall strategy for line of business to ensure growth, establish Company presence in the industry, and maintain competitive edge in conjunction with anticipating trends and/or changes.
• Maintaining own technical knowledge, as well as that of staff, to promote WSPs growth and reputation for technical excellence in the industry.
• Delivering goals and commitments for the line of business, in alignment with division operating plan, and strategic goals for the Business Unit and WSP in Africa.
• Identifying and securing work opportunities based on assessment of the market, determining products to sell and methodology of execution to perform the work.
• Influencing, managing and/or establishing various budgets including Project Gross Margin (PGM), revenue, and overhead expenses.
• Capital or corporate services budget responsibility.
• Facilitating project reviews to ensure quality of product, management of client expectations, and handle any related issues.
• Assisting project management in negotiating, assessing, and mitigating risk for contracts for projects and subcontractors.
• Implementing administrative policies and procedures for line of business in alignment with division.
• Meeting regularly with external entities including clients, contractors, suppliers/vendors, and partners to establish strategy and execution for projects, pursue new business, negotiate contracts, and review project status.
• Supports strategic alliances and growth. •

HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behaviour consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you
• Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm
• Embracing, displaying and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times

Qualifications

• BEng or BScEng (Civil Engineering) or BTech (Civil Engineering)
• 10 years minimum experience with PrEng/ PrTechEng, with a minimum of 4-years experience post registration
• Must comply to SANRAL’s criteria as a Design Specialist(DS) in Geometrics, and delivered at least 2 verifiable projects to SANRAL in the DS role.
• Technical acumen in Geometric design and modelling, and a strong working knowledge of roads earthworks and drainage systems designs
• User knowledge of design packages: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley OpenRoads, OpenTrack.
• Working knowledge of Standard Specifications such as COTO and general conditions of construction contracts such as FIDIC & GCC
• Working knowledge of Construction Procurement procedures and regulations pertaining to public sector construction contracts
• Registration with ECSA as PrEng / PrTechEng is mandatory

KEY COMPETENCIES AND GENERIC SKILLS:

• Show leadership experience in roads design teams
• Fully competent in pavement design methods, surfacing and materials testing
• Show engineering management, integration management skills
• Demonstrate experience in serving client bodies

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Job Description

WSP is seeking a Senior Civil Design Engineer to join the Water Infrastructure and Design Division within the Mine Engineering Business Unit. This person will be responsible for the design, drawing and construction monitoring of infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, drawing and construction monitoring of infrastructure projects including:
  • Pipelines and pipework
  • Open Chanel Flow hydraulics
  • Storm Water Designs
  • Alignment of roads and terraces
  • Earthworks modelling
  • Pipeline modelling for water hammer, pump selecting etc.
• Undertake planning, engineering design work and supervision of construction as required and as directed by Project Leaders or Engineers
• Prepare cost estimates
• Ensure all designs and drawings are properly documented and checked
• Construction administration skills
• Attend site and other meetings, to action times timeously and effectively
• Achieve minimum financial productivity on all projects
• Ensure effective systems are implemented for good record keeping – files, reports, drawings, construction date etc.
• Liaise with other staff working on projects at all levels
• Assist with contract administration including preparation of certificates and “as built” drawings, construction dates etc.
• Ensure suitability of technical proposals
• Compile letters, reports and prepare tender documentation
• Provide service excellence
• Compliance with Quality Management System
• Contribution to efficiency and effectiveness of sector
• The candidate must be able to undertake and review associated works designs and demonstrate a sound technical knowledge of contract and construction procedures. (The candidate must demonstrate highly specialised design)
• The position is head office based, however the successful candidate must be prepared and free to travel extensively both within South Africa and within the African Continent to manage projects and engage in client and other meetings. 

Qualifications

• BEng/BSc/BTech – Civil/Mechanical Engineer Degree
• Minimum 8-10 years’ experience minimum
• Professionally Registered with ECSA
• Civil 3D and Civil Designer
• AutoCAD and Mates experience (surfmates, pipemate etc.)
• At least 6 years’ experience with pipeline,pump station and storm water design
• KY-Pipe, PC SWWM, Fluid Flow, HEC RAS, or Bentley simulation software will be an advantage
• MS Word, MS Excel (Advanced), MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook , MS Projects

Key Competencies:

• The employee has well developed general technical skills.
• Takes direction from and supports intermediate and senior staff to achieve project and business goals
• Displays personal leadership in completion of work tasks
• Makes basic decisions with input from intermediate and senior staff
• Contributes to projects with a major focus on data collection and processing with an increasing role in analysis and interpretation
• Contributes to sections of reports including description of investigations, results and analysis
• Client focus is mainly internal
• Employees focus on setting a positive example by identifying and reporting hazards, near misses and incidents.
• Displays a ‘safety first’ focus.
• Employees actively raise safety issues to the attention of peers, contractors and visitors and assist in seeking resolution to the issues identified.
• Communicates clearly and consistently the importance of health and safety and recognizes those who show the right behaviours.
• Standards / Processes / Procedures