Job Summary
Hire Resolve is looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to join their client's team in Pretoria. The Head of Structural Engineering will play a pivotal role in this transition, overseeing the management and execution of multi-disciplinary projects from inception to closeout, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and client satisfaction.
Responsibilities:
- Structure project organization and manage internal project costing and financial aspects.
- Conduct stakeholder management and needs analysis.
- Assess and manage project risks, planning, and progress monitoring.
- Control project changes, report progress, manage information, and communicate effectively.
- Prepare and manage project specifications, schedules, reports, agendas, minutes, and procurement issues.
- Manage structural engineering design during all project phases according to client, national, and international standards.
- Develop and evaluate concept designs technically and commercially to meet project objectives.
- Lead and mentor a team of engineers, providing guidance and support.
- Prepare and check prefeasibility studies, feasibility studies, tender designs, construction drawings, and specifications.
- Oversee construction monitoring and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Attend site progress meetings and provide field engineering support.
- Generate new business opportunities and develop technical scopes of work.
- Assist in setting up standard engineering documentation and methodologies.
- Manage project resources and adhere to internal procedures and systems.
- Plan work schedules and leave in conjunction with project engineers and managers.
- Complete projects within agreed timelines and priorities.
Responsibilities:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (B Eng / BSc Eng / B Tech Eng).
- Professional Engineer / Technologist (Pr Eng / Pr Tech Eng with ECSA).
- Professional Registration with relevant Project Management bodies (ECSA, SACPCMP, and/or PMI).
- Minimum of 6-8 years post-graduate experience in multi-disciplinary roles from client, consultant, and contractor perspectives.
- Proven track record in business development is advantageous.
- Proficient in structural engineering knowledge, especially in reinforced concrete, structural steel, and load-bearing masonry design.
- Familiar with local and international standards and codes.
- Ability to develop engineering documentation from first principles.
- Experience with Prokon analysis and design software; familiarity with ETABS, STAAD, Robot, or similar software is advantageous.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Access, and Microsoft Project; knowledge of AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit is highly advantageous.
- Good knowledge of the OHS Act, pertinent SANS codes, standards, and industry practices.
- Strong communication and people management skills.
- Capable of working independently and within a disciplined engineering environment.
- Team player with leadership skills, motivated, and disciplined.
- Awareness and appreciation for health, safety, and environmental issues.
- Strong project management skills (PMBOK) are an advantage.
- Flexible approach, multi-tasking abilities, problem-solving skills, and innovation.
Contact Hire Resolve for you next career-changing move.
- Salary: negotiable
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Elma Pelser, Tameaka Futcher, Chandre Codrier or Wernardt Snyman at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
- You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: Engineers@hireresolve.za.com
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.