SAf Engineering Geologist

SAf Engineering Geologist page is loaded## SAf Engineering Geologistlocations: Pretoriatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR **REPORTS TO**Section Manager or any other person appointed to supervise him/her from time to time.**PRIMARY POSITION PURPOSE**This position is responsible for the for handling geotechnical investigations for infrastructure projects and provide recommendations that guide the project development.**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES*** Geotechnical investigations including desktop studies, prefeasibility to detail design investigations and reporting.* Collect and analyse data for project planning and design.* Supervise geotechnical Contractors on site including the appointment of Contractors, managing site operations, payment certificates, quality, health and safety, performance, and project timelines.* Supervise and manage small teams (Technicians, Students, Draughtsmen, Graduates).* Develop increased design ability and quality.* Prepare and deliver technical reports of acceptable technical and presentational quality.* Make technical decisions and provide solutions rather than one completed end result.* Able to present / represent their technical work.* Develop knowledge of the commercial aspects of project management.* Develop understanding of Functional Unit technologies and markets.* Ability to check and inspect constructed works for compliance with design and specifications.* Construction administration and monitoring.* Preparation of tenders for investigations and construction including BoQ’s and specifications.* Preparation of tender bids to clients including draft cost estimates.* Development of internal standards and implementing them.* Develop solutions to complex engineering problems.* Perform design work duties.* Apply SMEC’s systems and procedures and ensure enforcement.* Working with clients to capture their requirements.* Client invoicing.* Project auditing.* Project management and lead.* Project financial forecasting, budgets, and associated resource planning.* Regular client contacts without Senior Managers.**KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS*** Ability to lead and manage projects (with support) from inception to invoicing.* Deliver projects on time and with the highest level of quality.* In depth geotechnical reporting.* Understanding of the SMEC/SJ Group systems and requirements.* Planning of workload to meet deadlines.* Positive client feedback - both internal and external clients.* Achieving developmental goals.* Continuous learning and development.**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE*** Bsc Hons in Engineering Geology or Geology or related.* Minimum 5 years of practical experience within a geotechnical engineering firm.* Professionally registered with SACNASP (PrSci.Nat) and with SAIEG (Candidate to Member)* Clear understanding of local functional business technologies and markets.* Knowledge of project management and the use of project management tools.* Professionalism.* Extensive experience in geotechnical investigations and reporting on variety of projects.**We are proud of the brilliant minds we have at SMEC and are committed to ensuring that our people have the best opportunities and resources to learn, grow and succeed. Our hiring decisions are guided by skills, qualifications and experience, ensuring fair and equitable access to opportunities for all. We are intentional about diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, not as a requirement, but as a fundamental part of who we are. We strive to create a workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are embraced, fresh ideas are encouraged, and everyone has the support they need to thrive. At SMEC, every individual has a voice, and through our commitment to engineering positive change, every contribution makes a difference.**At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world#J-18808-Ljbffr