Technologist - Highways

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AECOM is looking to appoint a Technologist - Highways

Technical Excellence:

• Conducts assignments in the civil engineering field
• Plans, organises and manages complex projects
• Makes recommendations on alternate solutions to engineering problems
• Prepares and presents technical plans and reports
• Institutes changes in methods, designs or equipment
• Under supervision, performs work following the agreed-upon budget and schedule.
• When required, collects and analyses information from specific discipline and interdisciplinary project BIM models.
• Uses computer software as a tool for solving fundamental engineering problems.
• Coordinates with other discipline engineers as applicable for the continuity of the design process.
• Participates in design progress and coordination meetings.
• Actively seeks information, opportunities to participate and contribute, and develops efficiencies and effectiveness.
• Contributes by solving problems and applying experience or theoretical knowledge to atypical assignments.
• Assists with the design content by applying both design and technical knowledge to ensure high-quality outputs under project timelines.

Client Relationship Management:

• Begins to participate in client meetings to discuss project requirements, explain/defend work, etc.

4+ Years' experience after obtainment of Qualification.
BTech Degree from an accredited University.
Registered as a Candidate Technologist with ECSA.
Own reliable vehicle.

Skills

• Proficient in the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D design software.
• Working knowledge of ProjectWise and BIM 360.
• Advantageous to have proficiency in design software such as 12D Model, OpenRoads and/or Microstation.
• Advantageous to have proficiency in Dynamo for Civil 3D.
• Ability to undertake concept and detail design of civil infrastructural elements such as earthworks platforms, stormwater, sewer, water and roads for multi-disciplinary projects.
• Calculate and compile schedule of quantities.
• Keen understanding of standard specifications such as SANS and COTO. Experience in other international standard specifications/design guidelines will be advantageous.
• Assist with standard setting and be responsible for quality assurance of products i.e. drawings and reports.
• Compilation of tender documentation including quantities and cost estimates.
• Report writing and presentation skills.
• Suitable related experience in site supervisory roles on previous projects (advantageous).

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges.

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Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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