Senior Resident Engineer (Roads) - Durban

About the position

A well-established engineering consultancy specializing in large-scale civil infrastructure projects, is currently seeking a Senior Resident Engineer – Roadworks to join their site team in Durban.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to take a leading role in the delivery of a major national road upgrade project, ensuring technical excellence, compliance, and successful project execution.

• Act as the Engineer’s Representative on site for a multidisciplinary National Road upgrade project, ensuring full compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards
• Oversee, coordinate, and manage the site supervision team on behalf of the Engineer
• Ensure all project components receive adequate site inspections, quality assurance checks, and progress monitoring, while proactively identifying risks or potential delays
• Manage contractors and subcontractors to ensure work is completed according to approved timelines, budgets, and specifications
• Ensure adherence to the Quality Management System and approved quantity measurement systems as required by the Engineer
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and problem-solving support to the project team
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, designs, and specifications to ensure accurate implementation on site
• Maintain effective communication with clients, engineers, contractors, and regulatory authorities
• Prepare and submit progress reports, quality control documentation, and detailed site records