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're solving some of the world's most critical infrastructure challenges through creative engineering and design solutions. As we continue to grow our Buildings and Places business across Australia, New Zealand and the wider region, we're looking for an experienced Senior Associate Structural Engineer to join our Brisbane team and help deliver complex and impactful projects across a range of sectors. This senior position is suited to an experienced structural engineering professional who enjoys combining engineering excellence with client leadership, project delivery, business development and market growth.

You'll play a key role in shaping structural solutions, strengthening strategic client relationships, mentoring emerging talent and helping drive the continued growth of our Buildings business. Working as part of a collaborative and highly skilled team, you'll lead the delivery of structural engineering projects while partnering with key public and private sector clients. You'll have the opportunity to influence project outcomes, shape growth opportunities and further develop Jacobs' reputation as a trusted advisor in the market.

Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of structural engineering design, assessment, rehabilitation and consultancy services across a range of building projects

Provide technical leadership, including design reviews, assurance activities and guidance to project teams

Manage the successful delivery of projects, ensuring outcomes are achieved safely, on time, within budget and to a high standard of quality

Act as a trusted advisor to key clients, building long-term relationships and helping shape solutions to complex challenges

Lead business development and work-winning activities, identifying growth opportunities, developing client relationships and supporting successful pursuits

Prepare and contribute to major proposals, bids and tender submissions

Work closely with project managers and business leadership to deliver successful commercial outcomes

Support the ongoing development of Jacobs' structural capability across Australia,



New Zealand and the broader region

Mentor and develop engineers across the team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Here's what you'll need Degree qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering

Significant experience delivering structural engineering solutions within the buildings and infrastructure sector

Demonstrated capability in structural design, project delivery and technical leadership

Strong understanding of commercial project drivers, including project planning, budgeting and risk management

Proven experience developing and managing strategic client relationships within a consulting environment

Demonstrated success contributing to business development, work-winning and proposal activities

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Experience mentoring and developing junior engineering talent

Strong problem-solving ability, coupled with a strategic and innovative mindset

Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and geographically diverse project environments A passion for client service, market growth and developing opportunities To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must have current Australian working rights. Applications will only be considered from candidates who hold unrestricted work rights in Australia, including Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents and Current Zealand Citizens with the right to work in Australia. 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.

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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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📌 Senior Associate Structural Engineer (Queensland)
🏢 Jacobs
📍 Queensland