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Professional Structural EngineerApply locations Durban time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR108186
PRIMARY POSITION PURPOSE This position is responsible for providing professional structural engineering services on projects within the Functional group and for providing assistance to the Function Manager/Section Manager/Senior Engineers and Professionals/Consultants in the successful delivery of multidisciplinary projects.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Demonstrate strong understanding of software tools, working independently with minimal supervision while producing high-quality deliverables.Organize information effectively and communicate design intent clearly through software outputs.Understand the principles of the design process and how it is translated into deliverables.Grasp key project issues and how they influence your work.Take ownership and responsibility for your work, ensuring timely completion.Train technicians and junior staff.Supervise and review the work of other team members.Continuously improve design capabilities and output quality.Draft technical reports that meet acceptable standards for both technical content and presentation quality.Confidently present and represent your technical work.Draft responses to straightforward bids, seeking assistance with commercial aspects as needed.Develop knowledge of the commercial aspects of project management.Identify and follow up on leads related to additional work opportunities.Maintain regular client contact under the direction of a senior manager.Check and inspect constructed works to ensure compliance with design and specifications.Undertake monitoring and propose remedial actions when necessary.Direct and manage project development from inception to completion.Develop project scope and deliverables aligned with client business goals, in collaboration with all stakeholders.Create full-scale project plans and associated communication documents.Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders.Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.Estimate resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.Assess the need for additional staff or consultants and determine appropriate measures.Delegate tasks and responsibilities to the relevant personnel.Identify and manage project dependencies and critical paths.Track project milestones and deliverables.Prepare and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and develop contingency plans.Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project team members, encouraging accountability and positive action in their assigned work.Build, develop, and maintain business relationships essential for project success.Conduct project reviews and prepare recommendations to identify both successful and unsuccessful project elements.Submit Expressions of Interest (EOIs) and proposals.Develop and maintain internal contacts within SMEC South Africa to source appropriate skills.RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE B.Sc or B.Eng degree or B Tech degreeProfessional registration.Minimum of 5 years of practical experience in the relevant field.Proven experience in bridge design and structural engineering.Strong report writing skills with the ability to present complex information.Excellent communication skills with a courteous approach when interacting with stakeholders, promoting positive working relationships.Collaborative and adaptable work style, with the ability to work effectively within a team environment.We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment and work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups in South Africa. 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!
About UsSMEC is a global engineering, management and development consultancy delivering innovative solutions for our clients and partners. Leveraging our 70-year history of delivering nation-building infrastructure, we provide technical expertise and advanced engineering services to resolve complex challenges across major infrastructure and energy projects.
SMEC has a long and proud history which dates back to Australia's iconic Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme in 1949, one of the largest and most complex hydroelectric schemes in the world. Headquartered in Australia, we have offices across more than 35 countries in Oceania, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Africa and the Americas. Together with our clients and partners, we deliver projects that directly contribute to improving health, quality of life and development outcomes for communities and neighborhoods around the world. Driven by innovation, ingenuity and skill, our people have shaped these outcomes in some of the world's most remote and challenging environments.
Since 2016, SMEC has been a member of the Surbana Jurong Group, an Asia-based global powerhouse of over 16,000 employees. Through our network of global specialists and by collaborating with local partners, we connect clients with the best teams and capabilities to deliver sustainable solutions.
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