Principal Structural Engineer

1 week ago


Central Highlands Regional, Australia Bayside Group Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Structural Engineer to lead our Civil Infrastructure team and drive the delivery of complex projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee the professional development of less experienced engineers, including interns and undergraduates, to support pathways to Chartership and Professional Engineering qualifications.
  • Active participation and leadership in technical excellence projects and initiatives to continuously improve practices at Bayside Group and support innovation.
  • Leading projects on behalf of clients or as part of the team, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.
  • Monitoring time/cost/quality performance within projects and identifying corrective actions.
  • Coordinating contractual and governance issues.
  • Provide critical review and advice on significant risks and issues across projects and the organisation to support decision making.
  • Implementation and monitoring of company and project policies, goals and objectives.
  • Assign, monitor and manage team tasks and deadlines to ensure project milestones are met.
  • Provide training and knowledge sharing opportunities to develop & cross-skill team members.
  • Performance Management activities with team members including goal setting, 1:1 performance and development discussions, mentoring and coaching.
  • Actively seek additional business from existing clients and pursue new business with untapped market opportunities.
  • Building strong professional working relationships with key stakeholders – e.g. clients, industry professionals and business vertical leaders.
About You
  • Minimum 15 years relevant experience in a Structural Engineering role, working on client projects in a hands-on capacity.
  • Tertiary qualifications – Bachelor of Engineering – ESSENTIAL.
  • Registered Professional Engineering Queensland (RPEQ) Practising qualifications – ESSENTIAL.
  • Chartered Engineer (CPEng) Practising qualifications – ESSENTIAL.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft suite, and virtual meeting and collaboration tools.
  • Working knowledge of Auto CAD and SE design applications and software (e.g.: Revit, ACES Bridge Analysis System, Space GASS).
  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to determine priorities and meet concurrent project deadlines.
  • Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team to meet project goals and operational targets.
  • Ability to provide, receive and apply constructive feedback to ensure continuous improvement.
  • General Induction Training card (QLD).
  • Strong communication skills (verbal and written), and the ability to prepare documentation, spreadsheets and presentations to a high level.
What's on Offer

A competitive remuneration package combined with attractive benefits, including:

  • 20 days of paid Annual Leave (accrues year on year, payable upon separation).
  • 10 days of paid Personal/Carers Leave (accrues year on year).
  • 2 days 'You Day' paid leave (does not accrue year on year; 1 day per half-year).
  • Parental Leave.
  • Access to Compassionate Leave (2 days paid leave per instance).
  • Access to Family & Domestic Violence Leave (10 days paid leave per annum).
  • Long Service Leave weeks' paid leave) after 10 years' continuous period of service; payable upon separation after qualifying period.
  • Access to 1:1 mentoring and coaching from senior professionals and industry leaders.
  • Access to Engineers Australia's Engineering Workforce Credentialling Program to streamline pathway to Chartership and RPEQ.
  • Professional Development Budget (per annum) – includes professional membership fees and learning and development opportunities.
  • Seasonal gifts and formal dinners – valued at approx. $600 per annum.
  • Monthly social events and fitness activities.


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