Project Engineer - Building Services
Communicate Recruitment • Cape Town, South Africa
1 day ago
Job description
Job Description:
- Manage and coordinate the delivery of electrical building services projects from concept through to completion
- Provide technical input into electrical designs, calculations, specifications, and project documentation
- Oversee MV/LV reticulation, lighting, small power, standby power, and electrical distribution systems
- Coordinate with architects, contractors, clients, and multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Conduct site inspections, attend project meetings, and provide technical support during construction
- Monitor project programmes, budgets, deliverables, and technical quality
- Manage client relationships and coordinate project requirements and expectations
- Ensure projects comply with SANS standards, industry regulations, and client specifications
- Identify and resolve technical and project-related challenges
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technical staff
Skills & Experience:
- Minimum 5+ years' experience within Electrical Building Services Consulting
- Strong electrical engineering background with experience in project delivery and coordination
- Proven experience with MV/LV systems, lighting, small power, standby power, and electrical distribution
- Experience working on commercial, industrial, retail, healthcare, or residential developments
- Strong understanding of the building services consulting environment
- Experience coordinating multidisciplinary projects and contractors
- Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office; Revit experience advantageous
- Strong project management, client liaison, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining technical quality and project deadlines
Qualification:
- BEng / BSc in Electrical Engineering
- ECSA Registration advantageous
- Pr Eng or eligibility for professional registration advantageous
- Project Management qualification or experience advantageous
Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.
If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.
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