Jobs at GIBB Engineering and Architecture

Job Summary:

GIBB requires a Professional Rail OHTE Engineer to be responsible for designing and developing construction projects within the rail environment. They will work closely with other engineers, project managers, and contractors to ensure that construction projects are designed according to specifications and that they meet safety, reliability, and sustainability standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing construction project specifications and designs based on customer requirements and design standards.
• Collaborating with contractors, and other construction professionals to ensure that designs are feasible and meet project requirements.
• Using computer-aided design (CAD) software and other engineering tools to create and refine construction project designs. Creating 3D models and animations using CAD and BIM software.
• Conducting feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses to determine the viability of new designs and construction techniques.
• Developing and maintaining project documentation, including design drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Ensuring that construction projects meet regulatory requirements and adhere to safety, reliability, and sustainability standards.
• Collaborating with project managers and contractors to ensure that construction projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements and cost savings and making recommendations to senior management.
• Conducting regular project team meetings and providing guidance and support to team members.
• Ensuring that all project stakeholders are kept informed of project progress and any changes to the project plan.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree or BTech (Electrical). Must provide Certificate with transcript
• Matric. Must provide Certificate with results
• Registered with ECSA/SACPQSP as a Professional. Must provide Certificate with registration number
• Experience within the Rail Environment
• 5 – 10 years’ Design experience

Core Competencies/Requirements

• Have a strong technical background in engineering, as well as excellent design and problem-solving skills.
• Effectively use CAD software and other engineering tools, communicate with stakeholders at all levels, and manage project risks and issues.
• Have knowledge of construction processes and standards, as well as experience with project management.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential for success in this role.
• Proficiency in industry-specific software and tools including ACAD, Civil 3D and/or Revit is required.
• Must have MS Office experience
• Must be able to work independently
• Must be able to guide and lead supporting staff

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Core Purpose

• Assisting the Resident Engineer in being responsible for ensuring that the works are constructed to specification and in terms of the Contract.

Key Performance Areas

Assist the Resident Engineer (RE) in:

• monitoring the Contractors progress
• monitoring construction activities in accordance with the specifications
• monitoring traffic accommodation
• monitoring OHS and environmental compliance
• monitoring the site laboratory
• Assist the RE to issue site instructions and receive contractors correspondence
• Assist the RE to verify contractors measurement and payment certificates
• Assist the RE to approve acceptance control
• Ensure the maintenance of the necessary site records
• Assist the RE with liaison between interested parties
• Assist the RE to chair monthly site and technical meetings

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• BSc/B.Tech
• Registered as a Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng with ECSA

 Experience:

• 7 – 10 years on SANRAL projects Competent at Construction Administration
• Competent with Civil Designer and/or Civil 3D
• Construction supervision and management
• Construction quality control
• Minute taking at site and technical meeting
• Preparation of reports
• Good knowledge of COTO
• Good knowledge of FIDIC Conditions of Contract

Person Requirements

Core Competencies:

• Planning and organising
• Report writing
• Teamwork
• Detailed focussed

Additional Competencies:

• Technical support
• AutoCAD

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Core Purpose

• Design of bridges and associated transport related structural elements.

Key Performance Areas:

• Design of bridges and associated road structural elements.
• Able to work unsupervised with efficient time management
• Able to lead a design team and work under pressure 
• Manage the design process of projects.
• Ensure that project budgets are adhered to.
• Assist in preparation of proposals.
• Technical Report writing.
• Feasibility studies as required by Project Managers
• Entrepreneurial with high business acumen

Requirements

Qualifications

• BSc (Civil Engineering), or BTech (Civil/Structural Engineering)
• Pr Eng or Pr Tech (ECSA) registration
• Registered Bridge Inspector will be an advantage

Experience

• 8 years plus experience in Bridge Design
• Detailed knowledge of  Finite Element Design Software such as Sofistik/Prokon/AutoCAD/Revit.
• Preparation of Contract Documentation, specifications and schedules of quantities
• Knowledge of SANRAL processes will be an advantage
• Experience in bridge hydrology and hydraulics will be an advantage
• Experience in design of feature bridges will be an advantage

Competencies

• Good communication skills
• Planning & organising
• Team player
• Resourcing
• Expertise/Technically astute
• Cost effective solutions
• Relationship building
• Integrity
• Leadership & management skills
• Innovation
• Achievement oriented
• Problem solving
• Risk management
• Time management
• Decision-making skills