Senior Principal Civil Engineer
2 days ago
Location: Melbourne, VIC | Employment Type: Full-time | Seniority Level: Technical Expert
About the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced and technically accomplished Senior Principal Civil Engineer to lead the planning, design, and delivery of major water infrastructure projects across Australia. Based in Melbourne, you will join a global Tier-1 consultancy renowned for delivering complex, sustainable, and future-ready infrastructure solutions.
This is a senior leadership role that combines deep technical expertise with project leadership, client engagement, and mentoring responsibilities. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the civil engineering direction of large-scale water projects, including treatment plants, pipelines, pump stations, and integrated water systems.
Key Responsibilities- Provide technical leadership and oversight on the civil design of major water infrastructure projects from concept through to detailed design and delivery.
- Lead multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure integrated, high-quality outcomes.
- Act as a technical advisor and subject matter expert on large-scale water projects, ensuring compliance with Australian standards, regulatory requirements, and sustainability goals.
- Support project directors and bid teams in winning new work, including technical input into proposals, client presentations, and design strategies.
- Mentor and develop junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
- Engage with clients, utilities, and government agencies to build strong, long-term relationships and ensure alignment with project objectives.
- Contribute to innovation in digital engineering, climate resilience, and sustainable water infrastructure design.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
- 15+ years of experience in civil engineering with a strong focus on water infrastructure projects in Australia.
- Proven track record in leading the design and delivery of large-scale water projects, including treatment facilities, trunk mains, and pump stations.
- Strong understanding of local and national water authority standards and regulatory frameworks.
- Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) and RPEQ (or ability to obtain) highly desirable.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience working within a global consultancy or multidisciplinary engineering environment is preferred.
- Be part of a global consultancy delivering transformative water infrastructure.
- Lead high-profile projects that contribute to Australia's water security and sustainability.
- Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-driven culture.
- Access world-class tools, resources, and professional development pathways.
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