Senior Structural Engineer

SUMMARY:
Senior Structural Engineer

POSITION INFO:

Senior Structural Engineering

Duties & Responsibilities (Structural Only)

1. Structural Design & Analysis
• Lead the design of complex reinforced concrete, structural steel, timber, and masonry structures.
• Carry out advanced analysis (static, dynamic, seismic, wind loading, stability checks).
• Ensure designs comply with South African National Standards (SANS), Eurocodes, and client specifications.
2. Project Leadership (Structural Scope)
• Manage structural components of multi-disciplinary projects.
• Oversee preparation of design reports, structural drawings, and technical specifications.
• Control budgets, timelines, and resources related to the structural discipline only.
3. Quality Assurance & Compliance
• Review and sign off all structural calculations, designs, and drawings.
• Enforce quality control processes in the structural team.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, ECSA code of conduct, and OH&S standards.
4. Site Supervision (Structural Works)
• Conduct structural site inspections (reinforcement, concrete pours, steel erection).
• Resolve construction issues relating to structural elements.
• Approve shop drawings and structural material submissions.
5. Client & Stakeholder Interaction (Structural Matters)
• Present structural design solutions and reports to clients.
• Liaise with architects, MEP engineers, contractors, and quantity surveyors regarding the structural interface.
• Provide expert advice on structural feasibility, alternatives, and value engineering.
6. Mentorship & Team Development
• Supervise and mentor junior structural engineers and technologists.
• Guide candidates toward ECSA registration.
• Promote knowledge sharing on new materials, structural software, and design approaches.
7. Innovation & Technology
• Apply advanced software (Prokon, ETABS, SAP2000, Revit Structures, Tekla).
• Drive adoption of BIM for structural coordination.
• Evaluate innovative materials and construction methods to improve performance and cost efficiency.

Expected Skills & Experience

• ECSA Registered Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) in structural discipline.
• 10+ years’ post-registration structural design and project experience.
• Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete and steel design (including detailing standards).
• Software proficiency: Prokon, Autodesk Robot, STAAD, Revit Structures, Tekla, etc.
• Proven experience in building structures, industrial facilities and special structures (sports complexes, community facilities).
• Track record of managing teams and signing off on major structural projects.

Benefits

• Medical Aid: Comprehensive cover, usually including dependents.
• Provident Fund: Employer/employee contributions.
• Group Life Cover:
• Funeral Cover: Employee + immediate family.
• Spouse’s Cover: Included under life/funeral/medical benefits.