Senior Engineer/Senior Technologist: Water & Sanitation

Requirements

• BSc / BEng / BTech in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr Eng / Pr Eng Tech) preferred
• Candidates within 12 months of registration submission will also be considered
• 7–10 years’ experience in water & sanitation design and projects
• Strong background in municipal infrastructure: pump stations, reticulation, bulk pipelines, canals, stormwater systems
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, iDAS, HEC‑RAS, EPANET, MS Office & MS Project
• Project management and construction monitoring experience
• Ability to work independently, mentor juniors, and contribute in design teams

• Lead detailed design of water and sanitation projects
• Supervise technical drawings, reporting inputs, and junior staff
• Deliver preliminary and detailed designs for water supply, sewer systems, stormwater drains, flood control, and hydraulic structures
• Prepare and evaluate tender and contract documents
• Manage tender processes and client reporting
• Conduct hydrological investigations and flood line determinations
• Oversee construction monitoring, site inspections, and contract administration
• Ensure projects meet quality, budget, and client requirements
• Mentor and train technical staff, ensuring compliance with quality standards
• Contribute to business development, client liaison, and industry networking

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Membership in CESA / SAICE / WISA
• Knowledge of GCC, FIDIC, NEC contracts
• Experience with PPP projects or international funding agencies
• Exposure to water/wastewater treatment plants and hydrology