Senior Civil Engineers

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we push the limits of what's possible to make the world smarter, more connected and more sustainable. In our transport work, that means designing innovative solutions to move people and goods safely and efficiently across the globe. From rail systems mobilising accessible transit, to ports linking land and sea – when it comes to connecting the people and places of tomorrow, the future of transport depends on us.

Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-tasking, and extreme attention to detail, and we'll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Due to growth and project wins, Jacobs is seeking
Senior Civil Engineers
to join our dynamic Roads and Highways team in Sydney. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in infrastructure design and project delivery across the Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) region.

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will play a crucial role in providing expert engineering services and technical leadership. Your responsibilities will encompass working closely with Associate and Principal Engineers to drive project delivery, design management, and strategic project positioning. You will be instrumental in developing and winning diverse infrastructure projects that showcase Jacobs' engineering excellence.

The successful candidate will collaborate with commercial, project management, and technical leaders to create and expand opportunities for Jacobs. You will be responsible for supporting team development, building design capabilities, and growing our professional portfolio. A key aspect of this role involves interfacing with Global Integrated Delivery (GID) centres to enhance delivery capabilities and deepen understanding of civil engineering principles.

Your professional expertise will be critical in mentoring and developing Graduate Engineers, fostering a collaborative team environment that encourages knowledge sharing and professional growth. You will be expected to attend client meetings, maintain and nurture client relationships, and represent the transport team with professionalism and technical acumen.

The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of project scopes, excellent time management skills, and the ability to balance deliverables effectively. You will work closely with team and section leaders, maintaining open communication and proactively managing workload and capabilities.

Join Jacobs and be part of a global team that is transforming infrastructure and creating sustainable solutions for our communities.

Here's what you'll need

• Qualification in Civil Engineering
• Significant experience in roads and highways infrastructure projects
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to mentor and develop junior engineers

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You'll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you'll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs here.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of diverse perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.

Our meticulously curated employee benefits support ALL employees throughout every stage of life. From paid parental leave to a lifetime financial allowance for you and your partner to access family forming Fertility & IVF treatment, adoption and surrogacy assistance along with menopause and Low T treatment.

We are steadfast in our commitment to the wellbeing of you and your loved ones with a comprehensive suite of wellbeing resources supporting you physically, emotionally and financially. This is demonstrated in our company being recognised by WGEA for 12 consecutive years as an employer of choice for gender equality along with our industry leading GOLD employer status by the Australian Workplace Equality Index.

Cultural Support
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are invited to nominate a cultural representative to participate on the interview panel; please let your recruiter know in your application. No matter what drives you, you'll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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