Job Description

Come be a part of something extraordinary. Your future starts here at SMEC South Africa.Kickstart your engineering career with SMEC South Africa: Where innovation meets opportunity!Ready to embark on a journey of innovation and excellence?Why SMEC South Africa?Innovation at our Core: We live and breathe innovation. At SMEC, you'll have the opportunity to work on nation-building projects that are characterized by sustainable, innovative solutions.Engineering Excellence: We're committed to pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence. Your skills will be honed and expanded through our commitment to using the best software and technology.Continuous Learning: In the fast-paced world of engineering, staying up to date is crucial. We invest in your growth with access to training and mentorship programmes.Collaborative Environment: You'll be part of a close-knit team of experts who value your insights and contributions, fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and growth.Job Mobility: As a member of the Surbana Jurong Group, our global reach offers our people greater opportunities for job mobility and career growth.About the Role:We are currently seeking a talented Civil Engineer to join the award-winning Structures (Bridges) Function group in South Africa based in the SMEC Cape Town Office/Pretoria and Durban. This role entails overseeing the technical design aspects of projects within the Section and offering support to Professional Engineers/Scientists/Other Professionals/Consultants.Key Responsibilities:Oversee and lead small teams consisting of Technicians, Students, Draughtsmen, and Graduates.Provide guidance and support to Technicians, Graduate Technologists, and/or Graduate Engineers in the utilization of relevant software tools.Review and assess the work completed by other team members.Enhance design proficiency and uphold high-quality standards.Prepare technical reports with both technical accuracy and effective presentation.Make technical judgments and offer solutions rather than delivering final outcomes.Capable of presenting and representing technical work effectively.Draft responses for straightforward bids, seeking assistance with commercial aspects as needed.Gain understanding of the commercial dimensions of project management.Acquire knowledge about Functional Unit technologies and market dynamics.Conduct inspections to ensure constructed works comply with design and specifications.Oversee construction administration and monitoring processes.Prepare tenders for construction projects, including Bills of Quantities (BoQs) and specifications.Create tender bids for clients, including preliminary cost estimates.Develop internal standards and ensure their implementation.Recommended Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:Bachelor of Engineering degree/higher degree from accredited university/collegeMinimum 3 years of practical experienceExperience in Bridge and Structural EngineeringAdvantageous to have experience in pedestrian bridges, highway structures and rail structuresClear understanding of local functional business technologies and marketsKnowledge of basic project management and the use of project management softwareClosing Date: Friday, 19 April 2024How to ApplyAll applications must be submitted online. To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link below and follow the prompts.To find out more about SMEC, please visit our careers page atPlease note that if you have not heard us in the next 8 weeks consider your application unsuccessful.All recruitment activities go through our Recruitment & Talent function and currently, this role doesnt require agency input. Please do not forward resume directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!

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