Senior Water Infrastructure Manager

3 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Talent Acquisition Consulting Full time

Are you a skilled engineer with expertise in water and sanitation services? We are seeking a dynamic professional to lead our municipal infrastructure projects across South Africa.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage design teams in the detail design of water and sanitation projects.
  • Oversee the production of technical drawings, designs, and reports.
  • Supervise junior staff throughout the project lifecycle (planning, design, tender, implementation, and close-out stages).
  • Design water retention facilities, stormwater drainage systems, flood control structures, urban sewer reticulation, pump stations, and bulk pipelines.
  • Manage project quality, budgets, and timelines, ensuring all deliverables meet client expectations.
  • Liaise with clients, government entities, and stakeholders.
  • Conduct hydrological investigations and determine flood lines.
  • Mentor and train junior staff, fostering growth and technical development.
  • Oversee the preparation of tenders, contracts, and proposals to generate new business opportunities.

Required Qualifications:

  • BSc or BTech in Civil Engineering.
  • Registered Pr Eng/Pr Tech Eng with ECSA.
  • 5-10 years of experience in the water and sanitation field, including experience leading design teams.

Skills & Experience:

  • Expertise in municipal projects including pump stations, water and sewer reticulation, bulk pipelines, and stormwater management.
  • Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, iDAS, HEC-RAS, EPANET, and WaterCAD. Familiarity with ArcGIS, StormCAD, WADISO, and SSA will be advantageous.
  • Strong knowledge of contract preparation, including GCC, FIDIC, or NEC.
  • Experience with international funding agencies (e.g., World Bank, EU) and PPP projects is a plus.
  • Independent worker with leadership and mentoring skills.

Advantageous Qualifications & Memberships:

  • Master's degree in Civil Engineering.
  • Active membership in CESA/SAICE/WISA.
  • NQF7 in Labour-Based Construction, Pr CPM, and/or PMP qualifications.


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