Principal Civil Engineer

3 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Stantec Australia Pty Ltd Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Principal Civil Engineer to join our Community Development team in Southeast Queensland. In this role you will oversee the civil design and documentation on a variety of urban, land and subdivision projects in both the public and private sectors, across an extensive regional client portfolio. You will have the opportunity to resolve design constraints, coordinating projects, interfacing with various disciplines and deliver projects with the support of a multi-disciplinary team. The role can be based in either Maroochydore (Sunshine Coast), Carrara (Gold Coast or Springfield (Ipswich) Stantec office.

With Stantec, our approach to community development consulting covers master planned communities, mixed-use developments, parks, recreation facilities, and streetscapes. We activate urban downtowns, suburban centers, small towns, and rural areas—and the multimodal corridors that connect us to the places we work, live, and thrive.

The Principal Civil Engineer will also be involved in initiating and managing business development opportunities, actively participate in and lead client service through establishing and maintaining strong relationships.

Day to day tasks would involve:

  • Design, coordination and project management of urban, land and subdivision projects, from feasibility through to construction
  • Prepare technical reports and specifications
  • Provide technical expertise to clients and support projects
  • Manage projects including scheduling and the preparation of project budgets
  • Coordinate between disciplines on multidisciplinary projects
  • Prepare and review proposals, variation estimates and submission documents
  • Contribute to the development of Stantec's knowledge and skills in civil engineering including planning, design, and construction
  • Maintain existing and develop new, trusted relationships with key clients
  • Assist in the securing and delivery of projects by way of business development and client relationship management

What you will bring to the team

  • Bachelor of Civil Engineering
  • Substantial experience in civil engineering design and the delivery of urban development projects (essential)
  • Experience and a sound understanding of current civil engineering technologies, including design, modelling and construction
  • Project management skills
  • Business development skills, local industry knowledge and connections in the market
  • Well-developed written and verbal communication skills including report writing.

What we offer

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

  • Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
  • Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
  • Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
  • Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
  • A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
  • Professional Memberships
  • Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
  • Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
  • Service Recognition Awards
  • Employee Assistance Program

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites over 30,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.

Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind.

We care about the communities we serve—because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.

Culture

Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI , neurodiversity, and more Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.

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