Civil Engineering Technologist

Description A qualified individual with proven experience and expertise in civil engineering infrastructure projects. The applicant would be expected to coordinate the implementation of projects and management on a subtask level, including client liaison, budgets and guiding of junior staff. The successful candidate will be based in Gqeberha and will also provide support to SRKs Principal consultants on a variety of projects. A willingness to travel is essential as the successful candidate may be required to work on projects in diverse locations. Experience and Skills The candidate must:

• Have a BSc / BEng / BTech in Civil Engineering.
• Have a professional registration or be eligible to register with ECSA (Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng).
• Have a 6 - 10 years of experience in the consulting field.
• Ancillary expertise in e.g., structural, water and wastewater treatment or mining engineering will be an advantage.
• Possess good writing and communication skills.
• Be proficient at MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project and MS PowerPoint.
• Be proficient in AutoCAD (Civil 3D or TechnoCAD knowledge will be an advantage).
• Be willing to work across disciplines, and to develop a diverse skill set.
• Work as a part of a team, providing support where it is required.
• Be resourceful, with good initiative and the ability to work independently.

General Requirements

• Planning, design and implementation of civil engineering infrastructure projects including compilation of tender and contract documentation.
• Coordination of projects and management on a subtask level, including client liaison, budgets, invoicing, personnel and guiding of junior staff.
• Writing of technical reports and letters.
• The successful person should be able to multitask and although we work in a team environment, he/she should also be able to work independently.
• Traveling in South Africa but potentially in Africa may be required.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and on multiple projects.

Applicants must be SA citizens, must have a valid drivers licence (own transport will be advantageous) and be willing to travel. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. Salary Market related Plus Company Benefits Rewards We believe that people are our major asset. Our ability to attract and retain highly motivated employees is largely dependent on the opportunities that we provide for individuals to satisfy their personal goals within the framework of the organisation. In order to achieve these objectives, we aim to:

• Pay above-average packages for good performance and monitoring the remuneration structure in each relevant market so that we dont fall behind.
• Accommodate individual preferences for work assignments and schedules as far as possible.
• Support an open-door policy. Where employees feel they have difficulty in discussing concerns with their seniors, they have direct access to any Partner, Member of the Human Resources Committee or the Human Resources Manager and ultimately the Managing Director.

We believe that a high-quality organisation relies on high quality employees in all posts and at all levels. Upon becoming a permanent member of staff, the Company will endeavour to pay an annual performance bonus to each permanent employee as a reward for individual / financial performance. The Company reserves the right to pay an interim bonus during the year, normally in December. This forms part of the annual bonus. The Company is an employee-owned Company. In line with the Company policy, an offer of available shares is made each year and employees are encouraged to invest in their Company. Partners consider the views of shareholders on the admission of new employees as shareholders. Submission by applicants Detailed applications must be forwarded to the SRK Human Resources Department at

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