Senior Structural Engineering
Duties & Responsibilities (Structural Only)
- 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.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.Quality Assurance & ComplianceReview 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.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.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.Mentorship & Team DevelopmentSupervise and mentor junior structural engineers and technologists.
Guide candidates toward ECSA registration.Promote knowledge sharing on new materials, structural software, and design approaches.Innovation & TechnologyApply 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.Leave : 18 annual leave days, sick leave as per BCEA.#J-18808-Ljbffr