Resident Engineer - Consulting Industry
RPO Recruitment
East London, Eastern Cape
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Posted 31 October 2025

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Job Description

RPO Recruitment's client, a leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking an Engineer’s Representative for a 12-month Labour-Intensive Construction (LIC) bridge project in the Eastern Cape.

 

The successful candidate will be based on-site and oversee the implementation of bridge works in accordance with LIC standards.  This is a 12 month limited duration contract.  Accommodation will be provided on site and travel expenses will be reimbursed.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee daily site activities, ensuring quality assurance, accurate quantity tracking, and verification.
  • Evaluate and approve method statements, work programmes, and health, safety, and environmental (HSE) plans.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to address and resolve project issues.
  • Prepare and manage progress reports, payment certificates, and project close-out documentation.

 

Requirements:

  • BEng/BSc/BTech in Civil Engineering from a recognised South African institution
  • Professionally registered with ECSA as Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng
  • At least 8 years of relevant post-graduate site experience
  • In possession of Labour-Intensive Construction unit standard qualification (NQF Level 7, SAQA-accredited)
  • Successfully executed at least two bridge construction projects in a lead/site representative capacity

 

Benefits:

Salary:  Negotiable, depending on experience and qualifications      

 

Contact RPO Recruitment for our next career opportunity.

 

  • Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
  • Apply for this role today, contact Meghan du Plessis and Riana Hattingh at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
  • You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: [email protected]

 

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.