Principal Engineer

Build and maintain strategic client relationships.

Support business growth by marketing water engineering capabilities.

Provide specialist technical advisory services to clients.

Contribute to tender preparation and multidisciplinary bids.

Lead and manage water sector projects from concept to completion.

Provide specialist technical direction and quality control.

Prepare and review designs, reports, specifications, and cost estimates.

Oversee procurement, contractor appointment, and site handover.

Manage commercial and technical execution of projects.

Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

Implement cost reduction and productivity improvement initiatives.

Conduct technical design reviews.

Ensure compliance with company procedures and risk management processes.

Maintain auditable project documentation aligned with Quality Management Systems.

Uphold Health & Safety standards in office and construction environments.

Provide technical leadership and supervision to project teams.

Mentor and develop Engineers, Technologists, and Technicians.

Support continuous professional development initiatives.

Contribute to discipline standards, templates, and best practices.

B.Eng,

B.Tech, National Diploma, or National Higher Diploma in Engineering.

Professional Registration (e.g., Pr Eng / Pr Tech Eng or equivalent).

Ongoing commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD).

Minimum 12 years of engineering experience.

At least 5 years post-professional registration experience.

Proven experience on large-scale and/or multidisciplinary projects.

Experience in both technical leadership and commercial project management.

Specialist knowledge of water and sanitation engineering principles.

Strong understanding of applicable local and international standards.

Knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements.

Working knowledge of related engineering disciplines.

Understanding of contract administration and procurement processes.

Strong project management and leadership skills.

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement ability.

Commercial awareness and financial management capability.

Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage teams, risks, budgets, and deadlines effectively.

Strong technical report writing and presentation skills.