KEY ROLE:

Will be rapidly upskilled to perform designs using both of the Following vendor’s suites of engineering software tools:

• Bentley Suite – Roads, site and drainage modelling using Bentley Open Roads, and CAD production there of using Bentley Microstation V8i, together with document management using Bentley Project Wise.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The candidate will be upskilled to perform the following design tasks includes Civil and structural Engineering modelling and engineering designs including :

• Structural design and analysis using Prokon, Strap or Midas
• The design of bridges and civil structures including bridges, culverts, reservoirs mining infrastructure
• Site visits on construction sites
• Structural inspections
• Revit modeling of structures 
• Multi-disciplinary model federation using BIM360 and Navisworks, with clash detection and resolution
• Produce 2D CAD output to local, provincial and national authority standards
• Produce 3D BIM output to ISO19650 and/or localized international standards

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 / BSc Civil Engineering
• ECSA candidate advantageous or in the process of applying to be a candidate
• 0-3 years work related experience in the field of civil engineering design is an advantage

KEY COMPETENCIES AND GENERIC SKILLS:

• Self-training ability, with an affinity to learn new design technologies
• Good general computer skills
• 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
• Accuracy – Attention to detail and correctness of information
• Committed to delivering excellent levels of service good communicator

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Job Description

Provide a consulting engineering service and the design of MV & LV, Small Power and Lighting, Single Line Diagrams, Reticulation, Generators, UPS, Fire Detection as well Data, CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarms and Building Management Systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing accurate and concise designs, design calculations, budgets, tender specification creation, performing project financial control and diligent construction monitoring and project management (electrical) throughout all stages of a project life cycle.
• Collaborating and working with multi-disciplinary team of engineers on a project while taking an active part in the design process and co-ordination.
• Completing all types of projects from inception to close out with limited input from management and/or other senior engineers.
• Being able to focus on client care and professional team management including on-time delivery.
• Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD

Qualifications

• Minimum National Diploma in Electrical Engineering
• Must be a Candidate engineer with ECSA or qualify for professional registration
• At least 3 years consulting engineering experience within the Building Services and/or industrial environment
• SAQCC Registered for Design will be advantageous

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Job Description

An Assistant Consultant is required to complement the Cape Town Environmental team. The candidate will primarily provide support on environmental projects including environmental authorisation procedures (Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Water Licensing, and Waste Licensing etc.), stakeholder engagement / public participation, and compliance auditing. The candidate will also be required to support the other specialist teams within WSP including air quality, water services, contaminated land and geotechnical services as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivery of Basic Assessments, Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Management Plans and Compliance Auditing projects
• Field Work will form a significant part of the role
• Involvement in local projects primarily, and international projects as required
• To work both independently and in a team
• Good working knowledge of the South African environmental legislation
• Accountability for own tasks and deliverables to required deadlines

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

• An Honours or higher degree in a relevant environmental discipline. A Masters is preferable.
• A minimum of 1 years work experience  in an environmental consulting environment

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KEY ROLE:

The successful applicant will join our growing and exciting Maritime team as a Port & Coastal Engineer, with a focus on technical excellence, innovative thinking and teamwork.  In the process we become global thought leaders in our various fields.  We positively influence the industry and people around us, both locally and on exciting international projects, leveraging the global WSP platform and reach. 

Graduate - Port & Coastal Engineer role will include:

• Conducting analysis/engineering/design tasks as a team member on coastal and port engineering projects, initially under the guidance of experienced coastal engineers
• Participation in project meetings
• Reporting of methods and results
• Rapid growth, ultimately leading projects and/or parts of projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful applicant will take part in Coastal Engineering aspects such as:

• Input and participation in coastal process data analyses and modelling (e.g. waves, sediment transport, beach morphology)
• Pre-feasibility to detailed port & coastal engineering feasibility studies, including designs and reporting.
• Concept up to detailed port & coastal engineering designs, drawing generation, technical specifications, capital and operational cost estimations.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Upholding 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

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• BSc Eng / BEng Civil Engineering degree.
• Post-graduate masters (MEng / MScEng) qualification in Port & Coastal Engineering will be highly advantageous.
• Registration as Engineer in Training with ECSA will be an advantage.
• 0 – 2 years’ post graduate design experience in Ports & Coastal engineering.
• Concept to detail design and construction drawing production on Port & Coastal projects.

Experience in coastal engineering and other software tools:

• AutoCAD Civil3D
• UNIBEST-CL+, XBEACH or similar (shoreline models, storm erosion models) will be an advantage
• Modelling software such as SWAN, Deltares Delft-3D and DHI Mike will be an advantage
• Competence in digital engineering and computer proficiency using MATLAB / PYTHON/VBA to analyse environmental data and/or facilitate designs would be an advantage. 
• Experience in Marine Intakes & Outfall design will be an advantage.
• Knowledge on coastal design guidelines and standards, e.g. Rock Manual, CEM, DNV, BS codes, EuroTop.

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Job Description

Providing a consulting engineering service and the design of MV & LV, power and lighting, single line diagrams, reticulation, generators, UPS, fire detection and evacuation as well as Data, CCTV, access control, intruder and building management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing accurate and concise designs, design calculations, budgets, tender specification creation, performing project financial control and diligent construction monitoring and project management (electrical) throughout all stages of a project life cycle.
• Collaborating and working with multi-disciplinary team of engineers on a project while taking an active part in the design process and co-ordination.
• Completing all types of projects from inception to close out with limited input from management and/or other senior engineers.
• Being able to focus on client care and professional team management including on-time delivery.
• Marketing, including attendance at business related networking and client functions. Ensuring repeat work from clients and developing a client base.
• Setting up client/consultant fee/contract agreements, calculating professional fees and the effective management of professional fees on all projects.
• Managing internal office project finances regarding hourly forecasting, WIP and invoicing.

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

• Minimum BSc Eng. or B. Tech in Electrical Engineering
• Must be a Candidate engineer with ECSA. Pr Eng/Tech registration highly advantageous
• At least 5 years consulting engineering experience within the Building Services Environment
• SAQCC Registered for Design highly advantageous.
• Revit Modelling highly advantageous.

Key competencies and Generic skills:

• Good to excellent communication skills (English) and including report writing abilities. Ability to have clear and accurate communication skills with internal and external professional teams and including clients via email, telecommunication, and face-to-face meetings.
• Good knowledge of SANS10142-1&2, SANS10139 and SANS10114 among others.
• Good knowledge of various building contracts applicable to the building services industry (i.e., JBCC, Fidic, NEC, Procsa, etc.).
• Good knowledge of MV and LV reticulation designs.
• Good knowledge of standby power systems including changeovers, synchronising, and calculating ratings thereof.
• Good knowledge of Renewable energy installations.
• Knowledge and experience with Autodesk BIM (Revit, Navisworks, Glue, Field, etc.) and CAD software.
• Knowledge and experience with electrical software packages such as Relux and/ or Dialux, CBi and/ or Ecodial and/or Amtech.
• Higher than average Microsoft Office package (excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point, etc.) skills.
• Be able to work independently, take responsibility / ownership for their designs with little input, and follow up from senior management/engineers.
• High-level quality to the attention to detail when performing design reviews, for sign-off, with internal working peers and BIM team.
• Good with self and project time-management skills.
• A good knowledge of the latest technologies within the building services industry (e.g., lighting, UPS etc.).
• Self-motivated and ambitious. Ability to raise, suggest and drive to office/ internal efficiencies.
• Able to offer creative solutions to client, architectural and/or interior design requirements.
• Able to interface professionally across all levels of the professional team and with the client, think on their feet and remain calm when faced with a challenge/ confrontation.
• Have a pro-active attitude.
• Ability to offer input with multiple engineering disciplines in project meetings.
• Good client marketing characteristics and including external project professional team members.
• Must be a team player and be able to work independently on challenging projects that may have tight timelines.
• Drivers licence and own mode of transport to travel to sites.
• Willingness and ability to travel within RSA and Africa

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KEY ROLE:

The successful applicant will join our growing and exciting Maritime team as a Port & Coastal Engineer, with a focus on technical excellence, innovative thinking and teamwork.  In the process we become global thought leaders in our various fields.  We positively influence the industry and people around us, both locally and on exciting international projects, leveraging the global WSP platform and reach. 

Graduate - Port & Coastal Engineer role will include:

• Conducting analysis/engineering/design tasks as a team member on coastal and port engineering projects, initially under the guidance of experienced coastal engineers
• Participation in project meetings
• Reporting of methods and results
• Rapid growth, ultimately leading projects and/or parts of projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Pre-feasibility to detailed port & coastal engineering feasibility studies, including designs and reporting.
• Concept up to detailed port & coastal engineering designs, technical specifications, capital and operational cost estimations.
• Evaluations and reviews.
• Preparation of proposals and winning work.
• Client liaison, managing teams and projects.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Upholding 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 AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• BSc Eng / BEng Civil Engineering degree.
• Post-graduate masters (MEng/MScEng) qualification in Port & Coastal Engineering is a requirement.
• 3 – 6 years’ relevant post graduate work experience, all in aspects of Port & Coastal Engineering
• Minimum Candidate Professional Engineer with ECSA. Registration is highly advantageous

Experience in any of the following aspects of Port & Coastal Engineering will be an advantage:

• Experience with marine intake and outfall systems, including hydrodynamic on-bottom stability, hydraulic designs, diffuser configuration design and near-field modelling.
• Experience with design of coastal structures, e.g. revetments, breakwaters, shore protection and scour protection.
• Experience with evaluation of the coastal environment of a specific site, taking into account all local coastal processes (may include site reconnaissance).
• Experience in modelling/analysis of coastal processes and beach/nearshore morphology, e.g. to inform development setbacks and/or dredging requirements.
• Experience in coastal engineering and associated processes, e.g. assessments of extreme water levels (min/max), structure overtopping and wave loading.
• Experience in defining the environmental design conditions and interpretation of environmental parameters.
• Translation of numerical modelling results into representative design conditions to establish a basis of design.
• Experience in port planning and operations.
• Concept to detail design and construction drawing production on the type of projects mentioned above, demonstrating a deep understanding of the coastal processes involved in this work.

Experience in coastal engineering and other software tools will be an advantage:

• AutoCAD Civil3D, Revit
• UNIBEST-CL+, XBEACH or similar (shoreline models, storm erosion models)
• Modelling software such as SWAN, Deltares Delft-3D and DHI Mike

• Key competence in digital engineering and computer proficiency using MATLAB / PYTHON to facilitate designs. 
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in using coastal design guidelines and standards, e.g. Rock Manual, CEM, DNV, BS codes, EuroTop.

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Job Description

Experience as a Civil Engineer with exposure to Bridges and Civil Structures is required for this role based in Cape Town with projects across the Transport & Infrastructure business unit. The Incumbent will utilize their qualifications and experience in Bridge and Structural Engineering to work within a team of professional engineers and technologists in delivering projects related to reinforced concrete, bridges, culverts etc.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ability to work in a team environment and must have excellent verbal and written skills
• Detail oriented with strong skills in structural analysis
• Client liaison and project management
• Ability to undertake bridge/structural tasks as part of project development.
• Ability to successfully interface with staff from a range of other disciplines (traffic, civil, planning, geotechnical, etc.) to support a diverse range of projects
• Ability to grow and develop the Structures engineering team, including interfacing divisional or project directors, meeting with clients to develop and expand work

Health & 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 BSc Civil Engineering
• Must be a registered Candidate Engineer with ECSA
• Professional Engineer with ECSA – highly advantageous
• 5+ years’ experience in a similar role
• Experience working on large, infrastructure projects (Culverts and Bridge)
• Registered culvert inspector

Key Competencies and Generic Skills:

• Good problem-solving abilities and analytical skills
• Strong technical skills
• Ability to understand how a structure will behave (stress testing & analysis)
• Confidence in own abilities and decision-making
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Technical report writing
• Strong (proven) management and interpersonal skills

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Job Description

WSP in Africa offers bursaries for engineering and environmental students at recognised universities in South Africa. We support our bursary candidates through vacation work and employment opportunities after studies where possible, giving them the opportunity to not only make their mark on the world but to build a legacy.

Qualifications

If you are a passionate and dedicated Engineering student, currently enrolled for a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and meet the following further requirements, please send us your application.

• In the 2nd, 3rd or Final year of your BEng / BSc (Eng)  / BIng Engineering degree – for the 2024 academic year.
• Have achieved a minimum average of 65% for your qualification to date.
• Passed all subjects for your 2023 academic year to date.
• Please note that students should not be in receipt of another bursary or scholarship to be eligible.
• Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged individuals, but all South African Citizens are welcome to apply.

Key Competencies and generic skills:

• Demonstrate a sense of community
• Work constructively as part of a team
• Enthusiastic & self-motivated
• Demonstrate professional and ethical behaviour
• Willingness to learn and accept constructive feedback
• Work well under pressure, managing stress and maintaining resilience as necessary
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Solution seeking
• Great written and verbal communication skills
• Show initiative and take ownership
• Innovative thinking skills
• Accuracy & attention to detail
• Client focused
• Time and priority management skills
• Entry-level demonstration of leadership skills

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Job Description

WSP South Africa is looking for an entry level Renewables Engineer who will function as a technical consultant for utility scale (5MW+) Solar PV, Wind energy and Battery Energy Storage projects in the Southern Africa region and also able to support the international business as required.

Registration as a candidate engineer/technologist with ECSA with the view of obtaining a PrEng/PrTech registration within 2-4 years is required; however existing professional/candidacy registrations with ECSA is considered advantageous.

Up to 30% travel to clients, sites and manufacturers premises is envisaged. The role may require foreign travel, specifically travel within South Africa and neighbouring countries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical advisory services for Solar PV, Wind Energy, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies and Energy Yield Assessments for solar, wind, BESS, and hybrid systems.
• Prepare functional designs, specifications, and tender documents for Renewable Energy projects according to internationally accepted standards. This work is done for clients in Southern Africa and internationally under the supervision of a senior engineer.
• Prepare reports and drawings to meet stakeholder requirements under the supervision of a senior engineer.
• Manage small to medium multi-disciplinary engineering projects, including basic project management tasks.
• Attend meetings with project stakeholders and prepare meeting minutes.
• Conduct site audits and contribute to Project Scoping.
• Provide project engineering support during the execution phase of renewable energy projects, including responding to technical queries, conducting factory inspections and material testing, and monitoring construction progress on-site.
• Prepare proposals for consultancy services.

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 maintained at all times

Qualifications

• BSc Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil) Degree (a Masters in Renewable Energy and/or Green Hydrogen is preferred).  
• 0-2 years’ experience on Solar PV technology with experience in Wind Technology, and BESS considered a plus. Mix of South African experience (REIPPP) and regional overseas experience is also preferred.
• Knowledge and field expertise regarding solar PV technologies including emerging technologies and the international solar PV market.
• Technical advisory experience towards investors, project developers and banks is beneficial
• Knowledge of various solar PV applications (utility scale, ground mounted, building mounted, fixed tilt, single axis and multi axis tracking).
• International solar PV project development and delivery experience (preferred but not required).
• Experience covering a range of renewable energy plant lifecycle delivery (including feasibility and development engineering, construction monitoring, witnessing testing and commissioning activities, and operational monitoring / inspections). (preferred but not required).
• Knowledge of solar PV plant designs, Energy Yield Assessment, layouts and connection interfaces. (preferred but not required).
• ECSA registration as a Candidate is required; however preference is given to candidates that are already Professional registered with ECSA.

Key Competencies and Generic skills:

• 0 - 2 years’ experience in Solar PV Projects
• Ability to work within a team of engineers
• Good communication skills
• Good technical report writing skills
• Ability to manage time, quality and effort in order to deliver a quality product within time and cost constraints
• Ability to coordinate and manage projects
• Ability to work under pressure
• Must be able to function independently
• Willingness to learn from subject matter experts

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Job Description

We are actively seeking an individual who can join the Fire team and be responsible for preparing technical drawings of fire protection installations / systems, as well as fire safety drawings. (Experience in other Mechanical services such as Wet Services and Medical Gas Services will be advantageous).

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for design and modelling of fire protection systems as well as fire safety plans.
• Create and/or modify existing engineering designs and models.
• Design Fire protection systems for projects, perform full hydraulic calculations and have on-site coordination responsibilities to ensure a successful outcome for our customers and the company
• Coordinate and communicate with building owners, clients, architects, consultants, contractors, and project team members (internally and externally).
• Ensure designs and drawings adhere to deadlines. Willingness to work extra hours above normal hours to ensure deadlines are met.
• Site meetings and inspections during construction with engineers and contractors for the updating of designs and models.
• Exposure to various industry CAD/ BIM practice and work cultures (optional).
• Co-ordination of various services (HVAC, Fire, Electrical, Wet Services, Structural elements, etc.).
• Responsible and taking ownership of designs and deliverables of tender information.
• Innovation for BIM purposes and internal operational developments (indication of innovative ideas that is submitted with CV would be advantageous). 
• Development of BIM families.
• Learning the fire safety codes and standards to implement into design drawings.
• Actively keep abreast of current trends in AutoCAD/Revit developments.
• Occasionally attend site and co-ordination meetings
• Perform occasional site visits, surveys and investigations for accurate, economical installation of fire protection systems
• Provide training as and when required to other staff members
• Comply with WSP’s project delivery processes

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

• National Diploma or equivalent
• MDOP Certificate – N4 & N5
• At least 5 years’ experience in the consulting and building industry.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience working on Revit MEP up to latest version
• Good knowledge and experience with fire protection systems and their design, such as automatic sprinklers, hydrants, hose reels, fire / smoke detection, fire signage, fire safety plans, foam and gas suppression systems etc. Sprinkler design according to the ASIB rules and other international codes such as BS, NFPA and also FM Global standards.
• Good understanding of fire safety of a building, as per SANS 10400-part T.
• Understanding of equipment and service co-ordination of the fire reticulation systems, automatic sprinklers, penetrations, fire sealing.
• Specification of equipment and detailing thereof.
• Ability to co-ordinate with other services i.e. HVAC, Fire, Structures, Electrical, Wet Services, etc.
• Experience in AutoDesk products and a minimum of 4 years’ experience with building information modelling (BIM) software such as Revit.

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Job Description

WSP is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Lead Engineer (Principal) within our C&I department. This is a full-time opportunity based in Midrand. The primary responsibilities for this role encompass managing the C&I team, overseeing engineering designs, financial planning, resource planning and driving business development initiatives. The ideal candidate should possess the ability to independently lead projects while also demonstrating proficiency in managing and supporting the team throughout various project phases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Function as the Lead Engineer overseeing and guiding the C&I team.
• Formulate detailed C&I designs, processes and procedures, ensuring adherence by the engineering staff.
• Propose budgets, establish timelines for C&I projects and collaborate with other engineering disciplines to present a complete solution to the client
• Validate and ensure the quality of work and methodologies employed by the C&I team
• Monitor and assess various staffing and training requirements.
• Initiate and lead efforts to identify opportunities for new projects and enhanced processes.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive C&I project presentations, both internally and externally.
• Manage the timely completion of deliverables for various tenders.
• Contribute to establishing a work environment that promotes safety, value, and motivation for all, aligning with company policies and procedures, including those related to equality and diversity.
• Provide project and staff status reports to the Divisional Director.
• Ensure strict compliance with all quality, safety, health, environment, and legal policies and procedures.
• Develop PLC/DCS systems designs.
• Formulate SCADA/HMI systems designs.
• Create designs for industrial networks, encompassing fiber optic, TCP, and serial connectivity.
• Develop designs for integration with 3rd party controllers through OPC/API interfaces.
• Evaluate contractor performance and ensure quality standards are met.
• Oversee commissioning quality assurance and conduct inspections.

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/BSc/BTech degree in Electrical Engineering
• Registered as a Professional Engineer or Technologist ECSA
• Minimum 6 years of experience in C&I engineering.
• 3-5years of experience in an Engineering Lead role.
• Project management, including budgeting, cost estimating, scheduling and resource planning is advantageous.
• Familiarity with general industry standards, such as SANS 10142, ANSI 5.1, etc.
• Understanding of various contracts, including GCC, NEC, JBCC, FIDIC.
• Experience with AutoCAD/Revit.
• Proficient in BIM360/ACC/ProjectWise.
• In-depth knowledge of various PLC/DCS systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of various SCADA/HMI systems.

Key Competencies and Generic Skills:

• Leadership and management skills – with the ability to motivate others.
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills (written & verbal)
• Excellent time management skills
• Computer literate with proficiency in MS Office.

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Design Manager

• Midrand, South Africa
• Full-time

Company Description

We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!

Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking. Join WSP, and you’ll be at the heart of a team of international experts all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise, and working on projects that transform society for all of us.

WSP is one of the most diverse consulting firms in Africa, and the largest environmental consulting firm globally. To further our strategic business execution plan, we are seeking leaders who share our guiding principles – we value our people and our reputation; we are locally dedicated with international scale; we are future-focused and challenge the status quo; we foster collaboration; we have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable.

Job Description

The items detailed herein are guidelines for the Design Manager position. The person will report to the Sector Lead: Internal Design Delivery. Needs to develop extensive knowledge of the organization, who key stakeholders/personnel are (both external and internal) and understand the organization’s systems and processes to support the effective and timeous conversion and execution of projects.

As a Design Manager, the incumbent will lead complex multidisciplinary programs and projects with numerous cross-functional teams. They will review requirements with internal stakeholders, compile data, and support discipline heads in delivering multi-disciplinary projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project manage the delivery of multi-disciplinary projects within the Business Unit from an internal perspective
• Set and manage expectations with internal and external teams to deliver the intended project scope, on time and on budget per project goals
• Organize and lead Requirements Workshops to identify, analyze and document detailed spatial and functional site and facility requirements of all stakeholders.
• Lead the development of a Design Brief / Statement of Requirements (SoR) to be incorporated into the projects “Basis of Design” document across all disciplines
• Organize review(s) of the (SoR) by all stakeholders.
• Update SoR and BoD as necessary to obtain approval from all stakeholders.
• Lead value-engineering exercises and technical studies to maximize value and efficiency of the facility without sacrificing required functional capability.
• Evaluate conceptual design proposals for value, efficiency and constructability issues.
• Lead preliminary (30%), detailed (60%) and final (90%) design reviews and design review meetings, ensuring appropriate stakeholders (including other contractors or suppliers) are invited and receive design documents at least five days before each review.
• Ensure all design review comments are documented and addressed, noting the disposition of each comment.
• Ensure long-lead materials and equipment are identified and collated for timely acquisition.
• Ensure all services requirements are incorporated into the design documentation.
• Ensure the design documentation aligns with the SoR and BoD
• Coordinate Design Team activities.
• Ensure all disciplines are effectively delivering against programme
• Assist in developing Design Delivery Schedule along with Construction Project Manager, and other consultants.
• Develop comprehensive scope-of-work and contract document deliverables list for each related discipline.
• Negotiate scope-of-work, deliverables and price with internal disciplines and external consulting firms.
• Track and manage external design and cost issues.
• Manage distribution and production of project workload within team.
• Collaborate on new design issues and research projects with team.
• Ensure drawings are accurate and precise.
• Assist internal and external customers.
• Meet with stakeholders to obtain design input and signoff.
• Drive routine project meetings (kickoffs, weekly program, status review), manage project resources, and manage multiple concurrent projects to completion per chartered target dates, take meeting minutes and distribute
• Leads cross-functional project teams.
• Run multiple projects from inception through completion
• Provide commercial support to enhance project profitability and margins
• Review project contracts, sub-consultant contracts, intercompany agreements, etc.
• Project planning - Management of time & cost on multi-disciplinary projects
• Management of quality and risk of multi-disciplinary projects
• Develop and manage financial reports for forecasting, trending, and results analysis for multi-disciplinary projects
• Support the BU Head and HoD’s with resource planning (forward workload)
• Responsible for productivity reporting on projects
• Conduct project audits within the BU
• Coordinate resolution of management actions and tasks within the BU
• Diligently and pro-actively following up on delegated matters, deadlines, target dates, etc.
• Producing documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations;
• Align business processes across departments (i.e. electrical, mechanical, etc.)
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and other staff;
• Devising and maintaining office systems, including data management, etc.;

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

• B.Arch / Graduation in Civil / Electrical / Mechanical with 8 -10 years of experience in design management.
• Must be registered as a professional engineer (PrEng)
• Qualification in Project Management from a reputable educational institution advantageous, combined with strong resource planning, project planning and commercial experience
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in the Property sector with a strong understanding of the engineering consulting industry and ability to be highly effective in a client facing role.

Other requirements:

• Thorough understanding of MEPF systems
• Cross functional team participation in a high-tech, dynamic environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Proven track record in delivering high-quality projects.
• Passionate about solving complex challenges within aggressive timelines.
• Be exceptional at discerning the path forward given a set of problems or problem statements.
• Ability to use design and project management software like AutoCAD, Revit etc.
• Advanced Microsoft Office Skills/Training
• Knowledge of BIM360
• Proficient in all MS Office suites
• Detail oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills

Key Competencies and Generic Skills:

• A pleasant, friendly, helpful manner with a passion for customer service (externally and internally)
• Ability to work well under pressure and be able to meet deadlines
• Very organized with strong prioritization and multi-tasking abilities
• Diligent and efficient in the execution of responsibilities
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Innovative in problem solving and solution generation
• Excellent administrative skills
• Self-driven and ability to take initiative
• Tact and discretion when dealing with sensitive situations and confidential information.
• Good communicator both written and oral
• An excellent command of English spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Be able to influence people to achieve a desired objective
• Be passionate about the business and the job at hand
• Be proud of the product and service provided
• These items are indicators of eligibility / capability for the position. The suitability of staff for the position remains at the discretion of management.

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Job Description

This role can be based in either Johannesburg, Durban or Cape Town.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead / prominent role in delivering local and international (Africa) Environmental and social due diligence (ESDD) projects at project level (typically Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) due diligence) and in support of corporate mergers and acquisitions against Lender standards. 
• Engagement with Clients and other stakeholders at the senior executive level and providing support and guidance on critical E&S aspects affecting their investment decisions.
• Experience with preparing and implementing Environmental and Social Management Systems (ESMS).
• Key client/account relationship management, participation in marketing and business development activities, and development of ESDD proposals.
• Contribute to and drive the business strategy for the ESDD service sector.
• Where required, provide a support role to the delivery of ESIAs in line with South African and international lender standards, and permit compliance audits in terms South African legal requirements.
• Delivering local and international (Africa) Environmental and Social Due Diligence (ESDD) projects.
• Undertake permit compliance audits in terms of South African legal requirements.

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

• An Honours or higher degree in a relevant environmental and/or social discipline
• 8 years or more experience as an environmental and/or social specialist leading and delivering local and international (Africa) ESDD and ESIA consulting assignments

Other Requirements:

• In depth knowledge of, and the ability to pragmatically apply the international ESG performance standards (IFC, AfDB, EBRD Performance Standards, ILO Core Conventions, King III / IV, and the World Bank General and sector specific EHS Guidelines etc.)
• Demonstrable project experience in several of the following sectors: conventional and renewable power generation and transmission, road and rail infrastructure, ports and marine infrastructure, mining, oil and gas, and industrial manufacturing facilities.
• Knowledgeable in a wide range of environmental and social sub-disciplines (i.e. air quality, ecological impact, occupational health and safety, resettlement planning, labour practices etc.)
• Strong experience in Sub Sahara Africa (outside of South Africa) and ability to travel.
• Strong technical report writing skills, producing professional reports in fluent English.
• Strong project management skills.
• Comfortable to engage in client-facing business development.

Strong preference will be given to:

• Candidates who are able to read, write and converse in French or Portuguese.
• Candidates with knowledge of Impact Investing, Sustainability reporting and Governance.
• Candidates with strong ESDD experience and/or financial sector client exposure.
• Candidates with team management experience and a strong capability for this role.

The following will be advantageous:

• Candidates that have published papers in relevant subject matter.
• Candidates who have a relevant financial qualification and/or experience in dealing with financial sector clients. 
• Experience with international ESIAs and/or EHS compliance auditing.

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Job Description

This role can be in either Johannesburg, Cape Town or Durban

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering local and international (Africa) Environmental and Social Due Diligence (ESDD) projects,
• Assessment Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) and E&S risks in corporate mergers and acquisitions against Lender standards. 
• Experience with preparing and implementing Environmental and Social Management Systems (ESMS).
• Engagement with Clients and other stakeholders and providing support and guidance on critical E&S aspects affecting their investment decisions.
• Participation in marketing and business development activities, and development of ESDD proposals.
• Where required, provide a support role to the delivery of ESIAs in line with South African and international lender standards.
• Undertake permit compliance audits in terms of South African legal requirements.

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

• An Honours or higher degree in a relevant environmental and/or social discipline.
• 6 years or more experience as an environmental and/or social specialist operating in the financial sector with involvement in local and international (Africa) ESDD and supplementary ESIA assignments.

Key Competencies and Generic Skills:

• Knowledge of, and the ability to pragmatically apply the international ESG performance standards (IFC, AfDB, EBRD Performance Standards, ILO Core Conventions, EPIV, and the World Bank General and sector specific EHS Guidelines etc.)
• Demonstrable project experience in several of the following sectors: conventional and renewable power generation and transmission, road and rail infrastructure, ports and marine infrastructure, pharmaceutical, mining, oil and gas, and industrial manufacturing facilities.
• Sufficient understanding of a wide range of environmental and social sub-disciplines (i.e. air quality, ecological impact, occupational health and safety, resettlement planning, labour practices etc.)
• Some experience in Sub Saharan Africa (outside of South Africa) and ability to travel is required.
• Strong technical report writing skills, producing professional reports in fluent English.
• Strong project management skills.
• Good time management and ability to handle tight project deadlines.
• Strong preference will be given to:
• Candidates who are able to read, write and converse in French or Portuguese.
• Candidates with significant ESDD experience and/or financial sector client exposure.

The following is advantageous:

• Candidates who have a relevant financial qualification and/or experience in dealing with financial sector clients.
• Experience with international ESIAs and/or EHS compliance auditing.

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Job Description

KEY ROLE:

WSP South Africa is looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Renewables Engineer who will function as a senior technical consultant for utility-scale (5MW+) Solar PV and Wind Energy projects in Southern Africa and also be able to support the international business as required.

Registration as a candidate engineer with ECSA to obtain a PrEng registration within 1-2 years is required; however, existing professional registration with ECSA is considered advantageous. Up to 50% of travel to clients, sites and manufacturers premises is envisaged. The role will require foreign travel, specifically travel within Africa.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:           

Technical (Approximately 70%):

• Managing high-quality quality technical advisory works.
• Project management and interfacing between engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, civil and control & instrumentation);
• Provide technical input from initial assessment through to technical and economic feasibility of the solar PV /Wind projects and integration with other electrical or generating plants as necessary.
• Review overall project design and suggest technical and design improvements.
• Preparation and management of technical specifications, bills of materials, tender stage management and evaluations, negotiation and selection of Balance of Plant, Operation & Maintenance or EPC, and other supply contracts.
• Technical reviews/negotiate key construction contracts for, and alongside, clients.
• Due diligence of solar PV projects and support Sponsor(s) and Lender(s) throughout the Financial Close process including technical liaison with legal and financial advisors.
• Risk management, including construction, operational, and financial risk as well as internal WSP risk management.
• Assessing technical risks and proposing mitigation strategies to reduce risk exposure in project CAPEX, OPEX, and revenues.
• Monitoring project construction and acceptance including site visits and commissioning supervision; and
• Assist with and/or conduct any other necessary aspects of a project that fall within the discipline of the role.
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers including reviewing, checking, and approving the work output of junior engineers.

Business developer (Approximately 30%):

• Drive and participate in business development in defining and deploying the sales strategy, selecting target markets and clients, and in scoping and pricing of services, with particular focus on the South African and regional markets such as Namibia, Mozambique, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
• Prepare and manage proposals for client projects such as Due Diligence, Technical Advisory Services, Owner’s Engineering, Lenders Technical Advisor, and other service offerings, and provide inputs for the WSP internal governance process.
• Manage existing and new customer relationships through efficient client and account management; and
• Attend internal and external meetings and represent WSP in a suitable fashion according to the company principles at all times. 
• Maintaining relationships with internal divisions, external contractors, and clients. 

Qualifications

• BSc Engineering (Elec or Mech) Degree or BTech Engineering (Elect or Mech)
• 7+ years’ experience in Solar PV technology with experience in Wind Technology considered very advantageous. A Mix of South African experience (REIPPP) and regional overseas experience is also preferred.
• In-depth knowledge and field expertise regarding solar PV/Wind Turbbine technologies including emerging technologies in the international renewable energy market.
• Technical advisory experience towards investors, project developers, and banks.
• Proven experience in business development.
• Knowledge of various solar PV applications (utility-scale, ground-mounted, building-mounted, fixed tilt, single-axis, and multi-axis tracking).
• International solar PV project development and delivery experience.
• Experience covering a range of solar PV plant lifecycle delivery (including feasibility and development engineering, construction monitoring, witnessing testing and commissioning activities, and operational monitoring/inspections)
• Knowledge of solar PV plant designs, Energy Yield Assessment, layouts, and connection interfaces. 
• ECSA registration as a Candidate is required; however, preference is given to candidates that are already Professionally registered with ECSA.

KEY COMPETENCIES AND GENERIC SKILLS:

• Minimum 7+ years’ experience in the renewable energy field. 
• Ability to work within a team of engineers. 
• Good communication skills. 
• Good technical report writing skills.
• Ability to manage time, quality, and effort in order to deliver a quality product within time and cost constraints.
• Ability to coordinate and manage projects.
• Ability to work under pressure. 
• Must be able to function independently.