Lead Civil Engineer

2 days ago

perth, western australia Tss Full-time

Lead Civil Engineer | Perth | 12 Months+


About the Role


We are seeking an experienced civil engineering leader to join a major resources portfolio as Lead Civil Engineer. Reporting to the Department Manager, this is a hands-on technical and design management role responsible for civil delivery on a major iron ore and energy development.


Working closely with a multidisciplinary project team across mechanical, structural and process disciplines, you will lead a team of civil engineers and designers, own technical delivery of all civil-related scope, and manage the client relationship on scope, schedule and design outcomes.
 


Key Responsibilities




  • Lead a team of civil engineers and designers to meet technical, statutory and regulatory requirements, on time and within budget.




  • Take responsibility for technical delivery of all civil-related elements: access roads, construction pads, bulk and detailed earthworks, and general infrastructure development.




  • Manage scope and proactively resolve discrepancies between client and design requirements.




  • Promote workshare across offices and coordinate cross-disciplinary delivery.




  • Gather data and prepare engineering studies, analyses and calculations to support technical solutions.




  • Participate in bid clarifications, evaluations and vendor certification activities.




  • Prepare progress reports and follow required checking procedures.




  • Keep up to date with technical developments and innovation in civil engineering.




  • Mentor site engineers while maintaining strong communication with the wider project team and client.




 


Key Requirements




  • Bachelor of Civil Engineering.




  • 15+ years' experience in civil engineering design within mining, energy or infrastructure.




  • Previous experience leading a team delivering projects under a tight schedule




  • CPEng status.




  • Sound knowledge of applicable local and international standards, statutory and regulatory requirements.




  • Familiarity with MicroStation, AutoCAD and 12D – beneficial.
     




What's on Offer




  • 12-month contract, based in Perth.




  • Flexible WFH arrangements.




  • Up to $150/hr, dependent on experience.




  • Portfolio spanning major Tier 1 resources clients.