We’re looking for a capable and hands-on Site Admin Engineer to support our on-ground team on the construction of a high-end luxury accommodation projects in Cape Town, South Africa . If you're not already based there, relocation will be necessary.
In this role, you’ll be taking the lead with daily reporting, collecting all necessary data to prepare such reports, inclusive of all site inspections performed by our Site Engineers. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that your particular project is up-to-date with reporting daily progress and record keeping of all documentation (daily reports / site inspections / RFIs / CVIs / non-conformance reports / HSE notices / others).
We’re looking for someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and confident in collabotaring with site teams — someone knowledgeable of the construction industry and processes to ensure independence from the site engineers, but collaborating with them.
What you will do
On-site leadership and strategy:
- Daily reporting: Fill in daily reports data into the software, collecting all necesary data from the Site Engineers (general information / weather conditions / personnel & equipment / work completed / materials & deliveries / inspections / safety / issues & delays).
- Documentation Management: Organizing technical documentation, project plans, and reports.
- Compliance & Standards: Ensuring projects adhere to safety, industry, and company standards.
- Process Improvement: Analyzing operational problems to improve efficiency.
- Leadership Support: Step in for the Site Engineer when necessary, attending high-level meetings and contributing to key strategic decisions.
Operations and management:
- Thorough Documentation: Maintain accurate records of site activities and progress reports, ensuring all changes and variations are tracked according to corporate routine.
- Inspections: Keep record of all regular site inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards and make sure all corrective actions are met.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture
- Minimum of 3 years in construction site roles (e.g. Inspector, Project Engineer, Field Engineer, Site Supervisor)
- Proficiency in construction software and tools (Procore is a plus).
- Strong knowledge of local building codes, regulations, and construction practices essential to successful delivery.
- Proficiency in English is required for communication with our international-based management team and some site teams.
Benefits
- Full-time, on-site role in Cape Town, South Africa
- Opportunity to work on a landmark luxury hospitality project from construction through delivery
- Collaboration within a professional, international, multidisciplinary team
- Independent contractor role
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture
- Minimum of 3 years in construction site roles (Inspector, Project Engineer, Field Engineer, Site Supervisor)
- Proficiency in construction software and tools
- Experience with Procore
- Strong knowledge of local building codes, regulations, and construction practices
- Proficiency in English
- Based in Cape Town or willing to relocate to Cape Town, South Africa
What We Do
Utopia Design is a cutting-edge architectural firm and part of a prominent real estate development business. Founded in 2023, the company specializes in high-end residential and boutique hospitality design, focusing on creating exceptional living spaces that enhance quality of life. They are dedicated to translating design intent into reality through a technically strong and detail-oriented approach to development and architecture.
