Professional Structural Engineer

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Our client who are Consulting Engineers are recruiting a Professional Structural Engineer or Technologist for its office in Cape Town.   JOB DESCRIPTION   ·         Planning, design and contract administration of engineering and building projects from inception to completion. ·         Prepare engineering calculations. ·         Prepare project and technical specifications. ·         Must be able to work independently as well as leading an internal project team of designers and draughtspersons. ·         Provide input to engineering, operating and capital cost estimates. ·         Assist with managing and quality checking deliverables. ·         Review and evaluate technical work prepared by junior and intermediate engineers and play an active role in the continuing professional development of unregistered technical staff. ·         Preparation of tender documents. ·         Preparation of reports (Project Inception, Concept and Viability, Design, tender evaluation, progress, financial, close-out, etc). ·         Carry out structural condition assessments and report writing. ·         Day-to day contract administration and management of the structural works of building and engineering projects. ·         Handling of technical queries and resolutions and leading Site and Technical Meetings on site, including the taking of minutes. ·         Communicate frequently with all professionals and clients. ·         Handling of technical queries and dispute resolutions in conjunction with others. ·         Assist with project safety and environmental matters during construction. ·         General office and project related admin.   REQUIREMENTS ·         At least a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with emphasis on structural engineering. ·         Registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist. ·         At least 2 years’ verifiable post-registration experience in the planning, design and contract administration of building and engineering projects from inception to completion. ·         A strong background in the design of bulk water reservoirs, water treatment works, stormwater management infrastructure, water retaining structures, reinforced concrete framed structures and steel framed structures will be advantageous. ·         Experience with managing design teams, to complete tasks and produce high quality deliverables such as design calculations, drawings, schedules, and reports on time and within budget. ·         Strong understanding of design engineering codes and technical standards. ·         Proficient in the use of Master Series or Prokon, Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project. ·         Experience in the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) software, in particular ACC Docs and ACC Build, Revit and AutoCAD, will be advantageous. ·         Must have a strong client focus. ·         Must take ownership of projects. ·         Must be an effective communicator (personal, phone, writing, email; etc); ·         Own Vehicle ·         Valid Driver’s Licence   BENEFITS ·         Market related salary ·         Group Life Insurance ·         Group Provident Fund ·         Medical Aid Scheme