Senior Mechanical Engineer (Pr Eng) â Building Services

Recruiter:

Keystone Project Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB002812/KM

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Senior Mechanical Engineer (Pr Eng) – Building Services
“Lead complex projects. Shape high-impact designs. Drive excellence in building services engineering.”

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Leading mechanical building services design including wet services, fire systems, medical gas, compressed air, and related systems
Managing projects from inception through feasibility, design, construction, commissioning, and handover
Overseeing project financial management including budgeting, cost control, cashflow, payment certification, and final accounts
Preparing tender documentation, bills of quantities, and administering contracts (JBCC, NEC, etc.)
Leading and managing large-scale and mega projects (+R30 million to +R100 million) independently
Conducting site inspections, condition assessments, and preparing detailed technical reports
Engaging with clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery
Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to skills development within the department

Minimum Requirements
Qualifications & Registration

BEng / BSc / BTech in Mechanical Engineering
ECSA Pr Eng registration (mandatory)

Experience & Technical Expertise

10+ years’ post-qualification experience in Building Services
Strong healthcare/hospital design experience advantageous
Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit
Experience with fire design software (e.g. CANUTE or similar)
Solid knowledge of JBCC, NEC, and related contracts

Professional Skills

Strong analytical, numerical, and report-writing ability
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Proven leadership and mentoring capability
Minimum 5 years’ experience mentoring engineers

Additional Requirements

Willingness to travel and work extended hours when required
Valid driver’s licence and own vehicle
Willingness to be based between Durban and Kimberley

What We’re Looking For
A highly skilled and self-driven engineering professional who can lead complex projects independently, deliver technical excellence, and mentor the next generation of engineers

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