Description:
Minimum requirements:A Section Engineer has final responsibility for a specific area of a large engineering or construction project, supervising site engineers and coordinating teams to ensure work is completed on schedule, within budget, and to safety/quality standards. They manage technical documentation, interpret drawings, and oversee daily operations, including material take-offs and subcontractor management.
Key Responsibilities
- Site Management: Overseeing all technical aspects of a defined project section (e.g., earthworks, drainage, structures).
- Supervision: Leading and mentoring site engineers and subcontractors to ensure adherence to RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements).
- Engineering Control: Ensuring accurate setting out and checking of works.
- Health & Safety: Maintaining strict site safety compliance and conducting briefings.
- Planning & Reporting: Monitoring project progress, producing reports, and managing material resources.
- Technical Coordination: Interpreting drawings, specifications, and ensuring buildability.
Qualifications and Skills
- Education: Typically requires a degree or diploma in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience: 14+ years of experience in site engineering or project management.
- Skills: Proficiency in CAD/technical software, strong communication, leadership, and scheduling abilities.
- Certifications: Often requires a CSCS card (in construction) or specific mining safety certifications (e.g., MHSA, if in mining).
Consultant: Angie Botes - Dante Personnel Greenstone
02 Feb 2026;
from:
gumtree.co.za