Remote Civil Engineer - Water Resource Management Specialist

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Remote Civil Engineer with extensive experience in Water Resource Management to join their fully remote team serving projects across South Africa. This crucial role focuses on the sustainable management, planning, and design of water infrastructure, including supply systems, wastewater treatment, and stormwater management. You will work collaboratively with a distributed team of experts to address the region's water challenges, utilizing advanced modeling and design tools. This is an exceptional opportunity for an environmental-minded engineer to contribute to vital water projects from anywhere, embodying the principles of sustainability and innovation within a flexible, remote work structure, with a base in Port Elizabeth .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detailed designs for water supply networks, treatment plants, and wastewater systems.
• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic analyses for stormwater management and flood control projects.
• Perform environmental impact assessments related to water resource development and infrastructure.
• Develop water conservation strategies and implement sustainable water management practices.
• Collaborate with government agencies, environmental consultants, and project stakeholders remotely.
• Ensure compliance with national and international water quality standards and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a specialization in water resources.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in water resource engineering and infrastructure design.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is preferred.
• Proficiency in water modeling software such as EPANET, HEC-RAS, and SWMM.
• Strong understanding of water quality, treatment processes, and environmental regulations.
• Excellent communication, project management, and problem-solving skills suitable for a remote role.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary, reflecting specialized skills and remote contribution.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous allocation for professional development, including courses and conference attendance.
• Flexible working hours and location independence.
• Opportunity to lead and contribute to impactful water management projects across the country.