Job Openings at GIBB Engineering and Architecture

Key Performance Areas

• Overall direction of and administration of the construction contract and site staff in accordance with the requirements of the respective contracts.
• Management of the construction package in accordance with GCC2015
• Communicate the Engineer’s instructions to the Contractor
• Receive and check for compliance with contract requirements, all performance bonds, insurance certificates and policies and guarantees.
• Liase with local communities and land owners and confirm compensation payments in conjunction with the employer where required.
• Assist with obtaining required permits and related documentation necessary for the construction works.
• Coordinate compliance of Contracts with the team of Contract Participation Goal facilitators etc.
• Monitors the Contractor’s progress of projects on site and keeps in contact with the Senior RE
• Refers significant queries on design or engineering matters to the Design Engineer together with approval of materials and alternative design proposals as required
• Ensures that design specifications or other problems that may have relevance to future designs are brought to the attention of the design Engineer
• Verifies that the Contractor and his/her staff understand the obligations under the OHSA
• Assists with Environmental Management of the Contractor’s work
• Liaises with the relevant service providers to co-ordinate the alteration or relocation of their services
• Liaise with Health and Safety Agent, Social and Gender Specialist and Social and Environmental Specialists with regard to social, gender, environmental, health and safety plans, monitoring and reporting requirements
• Reviews and Approves monthly Payment Certificates.
• Agrees measurement of quantities with the Contractor
• Identify implementation/completion risks, program budget risks and developing risk management tools to avoid,mitigate and manage such risks.
• Review and evaluate claims and variations received from the contractor in conjunction with the Senior Resident Engineer
• Maintain a daily site diary for the contract
• Ensure consistent management of social and technical concerns
• Regularly reviews outputs from Assistant Resident Engineer to ensure accurate capturing / recording of relevant contractual information
• Monitors progress as per approved construction programme and negotiates rectification of delays and work not scheduled
• Maintains a costing system to monitor costs to date and the project final contract value
• Prepares Variation Orders for approval by the Employers Agent and Employer
• Assist the Engineer with the preparation of a list of outstanding works for the progression to Completion Certificate and issue to all concerned
• Arranges the completion of “as built” drawings and Construction Report
• Examine and measure excavations, consent to work being covered up and instruct the Contractor to uncover work and search for defects.
• Require the Contractor to repair and make good any damage or physical loss.
• Approval of practical and final completion certificates.
• Collate the submission of all reports, including the inception report and all subsequent progress reports, practical completion reports and final handovers and close out reports
• Requests Accident Reports
• Requests quotations for material
• Instructs the Contractor to have a qualified Site Agent to assist in or make measurements, and to furnish particulars
• Request and record facts and circumstances relevant to a claim
• Witnesses all factual circumstances which have bearing on claims for extension of time
• Manage all on site quality and administration requirements

Job Requirements

Qualification:

• Tertiary qualification (BScEng or equivalent)
• Professionally registered with ECSA as a PrEng
• Professionally registered with SACPCMP as a PrCPM an advantage

Experience:

• 10 - 15+ years’ experience on major civil construction projects
• Experience managing large multi-disciplinary projects

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Key Performance Areas

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following: 

• Leading or supporting water and wastewater treatment projects from concept to commissioning.
• Develop and implement water reuse strategies for municipal, industrial, or agricultural applications.
• Evaluate and design advanced treatment technologies for reuse, including membrane filtration, UV disinfection, ozonation, and advanced oxidation processes.
• Provide technical support for the permitting, design, and implementation of water reclamation systems.
• Stay abreast of national and international standards, policies, and best practices related to water reuse.
• Conducting feasibility assessments and process evaluations for treatment systems.
• Develop design reports, operating philosophies, produce process flow diagrams, P&IDs, and specifications.
• Oversee preparation of drawings and tender documentation for treatment works.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate technologies and treatment methods.
• Provide technical support during procurement and construction.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to specifications and quality.
• Perform process commissioning and optimisation.
• Interface with clients, attending progress and technical meetings.
• Prepare project budgets and manage scope, time, and cost performance.
• Compile technical reports, proposals, and bid documents.
• Review and approve design documentation by junior staff.
• Contribute to business development and client engagement.
• Support knowledge transfer and the development of young professionals.
• Develop profile of self and GIBB as industry experts through writing and presentation of papers and writing of articles.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards.

Requirements

Job Requirements

Qualification:

• BSc/BEng in Chemical, Civil, or Process Engineering.
• Master’s degree in Water, Environmental or Process Engineering will be an advantage.
• Professional Registration (PrEng) with ECSA required.

 Experience:

• 15–20 years’ relevant experience in water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in both greenfield and brownfield projects.
• Hands-on experience in the design, specification, and commissioning of:
• Water Treatment Plants (conventional and advanced);
• Wastewater Treatment Plants (activated sludge, MBR, BNR, etc.).
• Proven experience in water reuse projects, including potable and non-potable reuse schemes.
• Familiarity with reuse-specific technologies and regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with national standards such as SANS, SABS, and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of contract administration (GCC, FIDIC).
• Proficiency in relevant software: AutoCAD, Civil Designer, Civil3D; process simulation tools a plus.