The posting
We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.
Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.
Woolpert is hiring a Civil Engineer to join our dynamic team in Johannesburg. This position reports to the Site Civil Engineering Team Leader.
What You Will Do:
- Design and create site layout plans in alignment with client requirements and Woolpert standards.
- Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to develop concept plans, grading plans, and site designs.
- Work with project management teams to identify impediments and develop/implement solutions to overcome obstacles.
- Perform site due diligence assessments and compile data and reports.
- Perform occasional field work and frequent local travel, and overnight travel, as needed.
Minimum Requirements
- BEng / BSc (Eng) in Civil Engineering from a recognized South African university.
- Minimum 10 years of post-graduate experience in civil engineering, ideally in infrastructure, hydrology, stormwater management, or structural design.
- Eng registration with ECSA (Engineering Council of South Africa) is required.
- Proficiency in Autodesk Civil 3D or AutoCAD Civil 3D is also required locally used for civil design, roads, drainage, and stormwater systems.
- Ability to manage multiple infrastructure projects, prepare design documentation and reports, and ensure compliance with ECSA Code of Conduct and project delivery timelines.
- Demonstrated expertise in stormwater drainage design, runoff calculations, and compliance with local bylaws (e.g., SANS 1200, SANS 10400, and municipal stormwater standards).
- Knowledge of hydraulic and hydrological modelling using tools such as HEC-RAS, EPANET, SWMM, or Civil 3D hydrology modules is highly advantageous.
Unique Benefits
Certified as a Great Place to Work® Woolpert is one of the fastest growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial (AEG) companies in the world. With over 60 offices and countless projects around the globe, Woolpert makes a real difference at home and abroad. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:
- Diverse experiences: Work on meaningful projects that improve quality of life around the world.
- Freedom to work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
- Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
- Flexible vacation
- Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
- Fitness reimbursement, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more: Choose the benefits that work best for you.
Level up your career with Woolpert. Apply today and join our team to help shape the future of tomorrow!
Why Woolpert?
Woolpert is looking for supportive, goal-oriented, and career-minded individuals who are, or are looking to become, industry leaders in their fields. We blend design excellence with innovative technology and geospatial applications to deliver exceptional value to our clients. When you join us, you'll join a team of experts who are passionate about their work and dedicated to building the next generation of industry leaders. Woolpert embraces progress and innovation, creating limitless opportunities for your career growth.
Find out more about what Woolpert has to offer here: http://woolpert.com/about-us/
Woolpert is an equal-opportunity employer. Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. You may view more about EEO on our website: Equal-Employment-Opportunity-The-Law.pdf and EEO is the Law Poster Supplement.
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