The global digital revolution is bringing prosperity to more and more countries and regions, benefiting millions of people. Data Centres make this 21st century transformation possible and reliable systems and continuity are crucial. Our aim is to ensure that customer investments in Data Centres, anywhere in the world, deliver a reliable and profitable result.
Main Responsibilities
You will be responsible for overseeing and managing all structural engineering aspects of data centre design projects. Project responsibility will be varied from inception of defining a Client's design brief to inspections, specifications, design, and management of projects. This role requires someone with the ability to lead a team of engineers, deliver quality & robust deliverables, and ensure that all project milestones are met on time and within budget.
Role objectives include:
Providing leadership to the Cape Town Structures team, reporting to the Associate Director
Maintaining effective communication and relationship with our global teams (NL, GER & UK)
Provide technical leadership on projects
Providing technical leadership, mentoring, and coaching to design engineers
Provide Project Management on projects as required.
Business development support including leading bids and proposals
Manage and develop own Client portfolio
Support our global teams (NL, GER & UK) on data centre projects
Assist our RSA Light Industry Team with a range of projects from industrial and commercial.
Technical development and management of design projects:
Preparation of designs for and associated structures, from initial concepts through to detailed designs.
Ensure that the structures are designed to meet the necessary building codes and standards.
Work closely with other discipline teams involved in the design process.
Provide technical expertise in civil and structural engineering.
Ensure that all project milestones are met on time and within budget.
Production of design calculations including using 3D modelling software.
Preparation of specifications, and assistance with contract documents.
Conduct inspections and surveys, preparation of reports, structural analysis, and reporting.
Commercial and management duties:
Assisting the Advisory Group in proposal writing, marketing and business development for structural work as required.
Commercial and technical management of projects within the office.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
BEng / MEng in Civil/Structural Engineering
Professional Engineer registration with ECSA
Extensive post education experience
Good project management skills
Good presentation and bid writing skills
Experience in the following areas preferred: Data Centres
Experience in the following areas desirable: Industrial Buildings, Food and Beverage, Automotive, Commercial Buildings
European experience (i.e., NL/Germany/UK) is beneficial
Knowledge of BIM processes (ISO19650) and implementation
Some experience of Common Data Environment platforms such as Asite, BIM360
Proficient in relevant software tools, including AutoCAD, Revit, and Structural and Civil software
Experience in parametric design tools for automation such as Dynamo / Grasshopper or Python is desirable
Knowledge and practical experience of Calculation / modelling Software: TEKLA Structural Designer, STAAD Pro, TEDDS, NBS
What we offer you
As a worldwide engineering firm, we are ambitious, exciting, lively, collaborative, and dynamic. We are making a difference to society and technological progress across the globe. Join us!
You can look forward to growing your career in a dynamic workplace with development opportunities to support your career path. There is plenty of room for own initiative in an open and flexible culture.
Behavioural Competencies
Be well organized, systematic and target driven.
Able to handle pressure and delivery of targets, using own initiative.
Results-oriented (problem solving ability).
Collaborative, flexible and independent.
Customer-oriented.
Able to transfer knowledge and skills to others.
Willingness to travel regularly through South Africa and globally for projects.
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