About the position
We are seeking a highly experienced and commercially minded SANRAL-certified Bridge Engineer to take a senior technical leadership role within a multidisciplinary consulting engineering environment. The successful candidate will lead bridge design, inspections, rehabilitation projects, and support strategic growth through client engagement and business development initiatives.
This role is suited to an individual who is not only technically strong but also interested in long-term leadership and potential equity participation within the business.
Requirements
- BEng / BSc Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
- Professional Engineer registration (Pr Eng preferred)
- SANRAL accreditation or proven experience with SANRAL bridge projects
- Strong structural and bridge engineering background
- Extensive experience in bridge engineering design and delivery
- Exposure to SANRAL projects and national infrastructure programmes
- Experience in:
- Bridge design (road, rail, pedestrian)
- Culverts and retaining structures
- Bridge inspections and rehabilitation
- Infrastructure upgrades and strengthening works
- Strong understanding of South African bridge design codes and standards
- Proven ability to manage technical teams and deliver complex projects
- Client-facing and business development experience advantageous
Key Responsibilities
Bridge Design & Engineering
- Lead and review design of road, rail, and pedestrian bridges
- Develop solutions for culverts, retaining structures, and infrastructure upgrades
- Ensure compliance with SANRAL and national design standards
Inspections & Rehabilitation
- Conduct bridge inspections, assessments, and condition reporting
- Oversee rehabilitation, strengthening, and upgrading of existing structures
- Perform SANRAL-compliant visual inspections and reporting
Project Delivery
- Manage technical delivery across multiple infrastructure projects
- Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams and stakeholders
- Ensure quality, safety, and compliance across all deliverables
Business Development
- Support client engagement and relationship management
- Contribute to securing new infrastructure and bridge engineering work
- Assist in proposal development and technical submissions
Leadership & Strategy
- Provide technical leadership within the bridge engineering division
- Mentor junior engineers and technical staff
- Contribute to long-term business growth
How To Apply:
- Contact Hire Resolve today for your next career-changing move
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Send your CV to: [Email Address Removed].com or connect with Mischa Bornman via LinkedIn.
- Alternatively, you can also contact me directly at Hire Resolve [Email Address Removed]
- We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
Desired Skills:
- SANRAL-certified Bridge Engineer
- SANRAL-certified Bridge Engineer
- SANRAL-certified Bridge Engineer
