South Africa: Lead Site Engineer – Swakopmund, Namibia posted by Employ Africa Group

About the Role

The client is a fast-growing company with big ideas, redefining what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what they do. With 21 offices in 9 countries and projects in over 80 locations worldwide, they create sustainable outcomes for their people, clients, and communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee site engineering activities across civil, structural, and infrastructure disciplines.
• Provide strong safety leadership and ensure compliance with all HSE standards.
• Manage contractor performance, progress measurement, and interface coordination.
• Resolve technical and contractual issues with support from the client departments.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to the client management on progress, performance, and commercial matters.
• Review and verify contractor claims, variations, and progress documentation.
• Drive quality assurance and ensure construction activities meet design and specification requirements.

Requirements

• 8+ years of relevant EPCM experience in site engineering roles.
• Proven leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.
• Strong technical knowledge in civil and structural engineering, particularly in remote or challenging environments.
• Experience in managing construction interfaces and resolving site issues efficiently.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with safety, quality, project controls, and administration teams.

Qualifications

No specific qualifications mentioned.