Lead Projects.

Build

Relationships. Shape the Future. Are you an experienced Senior Civil Engineer ready to step into an Associate role? Or are you already an Associate looking for greater autonomy, greater influence and the opportunity to help shape a growing business?

At van der Meer Consulting, we’re looking for an experienced civil engineer to become a key member of our Brisbane Urban Development team. This is more than another consulting role. It’s an opportunity to work directly with respected developers, councils and service authorities, lead significant urban development projects and help shape the future of one of Brisbane’s strongest and fastest growing civil engineering teams.

If you’re looking for a role where your judgement is valued, your contribution is recognised and you’ll have genuine influence over projects and client outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role You’ll take ownership of a diverse portfolio of urban development projects from concept through to plan sealing, working closely with our executive management team, clients and project teams. You’ll have the opportunity to: Lead the delivery of residential, commercial and industrial urban development projects across South East Queensland.

Build strong, long term relationships with developers, architects, councils and service authorities.

Manage project delivery from feasibility through detailed design, construction support and plan sealing.

Review engineering designs and provide technical guidance to engineers and designers.

Mentor and develop graduate, project and senior engineers.

Identify practical engineering solutions that balance technical, commercial and client objectives.





Contribute to business development through outstanding client service and repeat business.

Play a key role in the continued growth of our Brisbane Urban Development team.

About You

Whether you’re an accomplished Senior Civil Engineer ready to take the next step, or an established Associate looking for a fresh challenge, we’re interested in hearing from you. You’ll ideally bring: Strong experience delivering urban development projects throughout Queensland.

RPEQ registration (essential).

CPEng and NER registration (highly regarded).

Excellent working knowledge of Queensland development processes.

Experience working with local councils, Unitywater, Urban Utilities and other servicing authorities.

Experience managing projects through approvals, detailed design and plan sealing.

Advanced stormwater design and implementation experience.

Superintendent and contract administration experience (highly regarded).

Robust understanding of plan sealing and development condition compliance (highly regarded).

Strong client relationship and communication skills.

The ability to mentor engineers and provide technical leadership.

Commercial awareness and the ability to successfully deliver projects on time and within budget. Most importantly, you’ll be someone who enjoys building trusted relationships,



solving challenging engineering problems and helping others succeed. Why Join van der Meer Consulting?

At van der Meer Consulting, you’ll join one of Australia’s leading privately owned engineering consultancies, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality engineering outcomes and long-term client relationships. Our Brisbane office continues to grow, creating genuine opportunities for experienced engineers who want more than simply another job.

We offer: A modern office in Brisbane’s inner north opposite Fortitude Valley’s train station.

A collaborative and supportive team environment where your contribution is recognised.

Direct access to experienced leaders.

Genuine autonomy to lead projects and make engineering decisions.

Diverse and technically challenging urban development projects.

The opportunity to work directly with respected developers, councils and service authorities.

Flexible working arrangements that support work life balance

Competitive remuneration commensurate with your experience.

A genuine opportunity to help shape the future of our Brisbane Urban Development team.

Apply Today

If you’re looking to move beyond being just another employee in a large corporate organisation and into a role where your expertise, judgement and leadership will genuinely make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Join van der Meer Consulting and help lead projects, build lasting client relationships and shape the future of urban development across South East Queensland. To be considered for this position you must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

If this role interests you then please Apply and attach your resume.

📌 Associate Civil Engineer - Urban Development (Brisbane)
🏢 Van Der Meer Consulting
📍 Brisbane