Professional Civil Engineer – Traffic & Transport Engineering

SUMMARY:
Professional Civil Engineer – Traffic & Transport Engineering

Location: Pretoria East, Gauteng
Industry: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure / Consulting
Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: Market-Related / Negotiable Depending on Experience

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and professionally registered Civil Engineer specialising in Traffic and Transport Engineering to join an established engineering team based in Pretoria East. The successful candidate will be responsible for traffic and transport engineering projects, technical assessments, transport infrastructure planning and design, as well as contract management and administration. The ideal applicant will have a strong technical background, proven project experience and the ability to independently manage engineering deliverables and contractual responsibilities.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements Applicants must meet all the following requirements: BEng Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised institution. Professional Engineer (PrEng) registration with ECSA - mandatory. Minimum 10 years' relevant Civil Engineering experience. Proven practical experience in Traffic Engineering and Transport Engineering . Demonstrated experience in contract management and contract administration . Experience working on civil infrastructure, road, traffic or transportation projects. Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent project coordination, reporting and communication skills. Ability and willingness to work from Pretoria East and travel to project sites when required. Key Responsibilities Traffic Engineering Conduct and review traffic impact assessments and traffic engineering studies. Perform traffic surveys, data collection, analysis and interpretation. Undertake intersection capacity assessments and traffic-flow evaluations. Conduct traffic modelling, forecasting and network-performance assessments. Evaluate access requirements, traffic circulation and road-network operations. Provide technical recommendations for traffic improvements and congestion management. Assist with traffic-signal design, optimisation and intersection improvements. Transport Engineering Plan, coordinate and execute transport engineering studies and infrastructure projects. Evaluate existing transport networks and recommend improvements. Participate in transport planning and road infrastructure development. Contribute to road and geometric design, access planning and transport infrastructure assessments. Assess public transport, pedestrian and cyclist infrastructure requirements. Prepare technical reports, engineering recommendations and project documentation. Ensure engineering solutions comply with applicable standards, specifications and regulatory requirements. Contract Management and Administration Manage and administer civil engineering and infrastructure contracts. Prepare and review tender documentation, technical specifications and contractual requirements. Monitor contractor performance, project programmes, budgets and deliverables. Review payment certificates, variations, contractual claims and extension-of-time requests. Assist with contractual negotiations, dispute resolution and contract close-out. Apply relevant contractual frameworks, including GCC, FIDIC, NEC or JBCC , where applicable. Liaise with contractors, consultants, clients and other project stakeholders. Ensure contractual compliance and effective project delivery. Project Management and Technical Coordination Coordinate engineering activities from initial assessment through to project completion. Manage technical deliverables, project timelines and quality requirements. Review engineering calculations, technical designs and project reports. Attend technical meetings, site inspections and project progress discussions. Provide technical guidance to project teams and junior engineering personnel where required. Maintain professional relationships with clients, authorities and stakeholders. Technical Skills and Competencies Strong understanding of traffic and transport engineering principles. Experience with relevant traffic analysis, modelling and civil engineering design software. Sound knowledge of engineering standards and applicable legislation. Proven ability to interpret technical drawings, designs and engineering reports. Contract administration and commercial awareness. Strong organisational and project-management abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. Application Requirements Interested applicants are invited to submit their most recent, updated CV clearly indicating: Civil Engineering qualifications and institution attended. ECSA Professional Engineer (PrEng) registration details. Relevant employment history and dates. Traffic and transport engineering experience. Details of significant engineering projects completed. Contract management and administration experience. Engineering software proficiency. Current location, notice period and salary expectations. Important: Applicants must meet the compulsory qualification, professional registration and relevant experience requirements to be considered.