Surbana Jurong

Engineer

South Africa · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerSurbana Jurong
LocationSouth Africa
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted15 Apr 2026

Position: Civil Engineer

Division Roads and Highways

Location Cape Town / George

REPORTS TO

Section Manager and Function Manager

PRIMARY POSITION PURPOSE

To provide design and drafting services, prepare project documentation, and deliver appropriate technical support as required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Responsible for all design and modelling aspects within Roads & Highways realm – from planning, conceptual design to detailed design and construction drawings specific to Roads and Geometric etc.

· Assist with supervising small teams (Technicians, Students, Draughtsmen, Graduates)

· Must be able to work in a team to support a leader but also take the lead on project designs.

· Ensure that required drawing standards are maintained, construction supervision, and deliver excellent client service while being client facing.

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· Assist with compiling and the completion of tender documents and Bids.

· Prepare reports required by the project, implementation of all relevant codes of practice and ensuring that all work complies with SMEC’s quality control procedures

· Support Senior Engineers on project management and take lead when required.

· Develop understanding of Functional Unit technologies and markets

· Apply SMEC’s quality systems and procedures and ensure enforcement

· Working with clients and municipal line departments to capture their requirements

· Develop specifications, BoQ’s, cost estimates, and prepare final tender documentation.

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor of Engineering degree/higher degree from accredited university/college

Minimum 3 years of practical experience

Clear understanding of local functional business technologies and markets

Knowledge of basic project management and the use of project management software

Maintain Quality and timelines of reporting

Planning of workload to meet deadlines

Proficiency in civil 3D design and analysis software packages such as Bentley MicroStation and Open Roads Design Software and /or AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil 3D or similar

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 differenc

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!

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