Utilities Engineer

Utilities Engineer

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

The Utilities Engineer will be responsible for managing and optimizing utilities infrastructure across FPG’s commercial property portfolio and development projects. This role plays a critical part in ensuring efficient utility design, cost management, compliance, and sustainability across assets.

• Oversee utilities infrastructure across commercial property developments (electrical, water, sewer, stormwater, backup power, etc.)
• Provide engineering input during property development feasibility, design, and construction phases
• Manage service providers, consultants, and contractors
• Optimize energy and water consumption across the portfolio
• Drive sustainability and cost-efficiency initiatives
• Ensure regulatory compliance and municipal approvals
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure planning
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure operational reliability of utilities infrastructure

• Degree in Engineering (Civil or Electrical)
• Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in Property development, Commercial property environment, Utilities infrastructure (electrical, civil services, bulk services)
• Strong understanding of municipal regulations and approvals
• Experience working on large-scale commercial or retail property projects
• Financial acumen with exposure to capex planning and cost control
• Strong stakeholder management and contractor oversight experience

• Professional registration (ECSA)
• Experience with in a REIT or listed property fund
• Exposure to renewable energy or sustainability initiatives