Principal / Senior Flooding & Stormwater Engineers

Engeny, part of Egis Group, is an environmental consultancy operating in QLD, NSW, VIC and WA.

Egis is an organisation with the capacity to make meaningful industry and community change in the space of place-making, sustainability and creating connected cities. Different to other engineering firms, Egis offers true end-to-end capability across the entire design-to-operation lifecycle, offering advisory, architecture, engineering, design, asset management and operations services.

We operate in partnership with our clients, providing customised and practical solutions across a range of services from water management, civil design and geotechnical design to environmental management and approvals. We are committed to creating great teams doing innovative work and would love you to join us to Impact the Future as a part of Egis Group.

About the role

As a Principal Flooding & Stormwater Engineer, your impact will be within the Stormwater and Flooding team. The team is a specialist group focusing on delivering solutions in the areas of Water Sensitive Urban Design (constructed waterbodies, bioretention, proprietary water quality devices etc.), hydrological investigations, 1D hydraulic modelling and 2D regional flood modelling. This is an opportunity to work within a passionate and well-established team to deliver creative solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects - locally and nationally!

Key responsibilities

Technical leadership of projects, including full project management responsibilities encompassing client relationship management and project financials

Leading business development activities with new and existing clients to support revenue and the strategic direction of the Flooding & Stormwater team

Developing strategies and work methodologies to meet the requirements of the projects

Conducting risk assessments and advising feasible solutions to clients

Technical Flooding and Stormwater management including assessment of, strategic planning, DA process to design as integrates within the wider business

Overseeing and QA on hydrological modelling, hydraulic investigations and flood investigations

Application of technical fundamentals and flood modelling (hydrologic and hydraulic) and water balance modelling to a range of assessments

Reviewing and improving technical documentation as required





Team mentoring and coaching to support the well-being and development of junior team members technical learning

About you

Minimum of 10+ years' professional experience with demonstrated leadership capabilities and exceptional technical expertise in flooding and stormwater engineering within a consultancy environment

Tertiary Engineering degree (Civil, Environmental)

CPENG and/or RPEQ highly desired

A good understanding/comprehension of common hydrological and hydraulic investigations

Experience undertaking and preparing Stormwater Management Plans and Flood Impact Assessments

Demonstrated ability to build relationships, develop business and project manage

Proven leadership skills and a desire to train, guide and mentor less experienced engineers

Strong knowledge and application of local standards, Australian standards and statutory and regulatory requirements relating to civil design and water management

Strong interpersonal and communication skills to manage stakeholders at all levels

Well-rounded critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Competitive remuneration and benefits

A structured learning and development framework to align with career progression goals

Brisbane CBD location with versatile working arrangements, including remote working options

An inclusive team culture that celebrates performance and rewards accordingly

Paid Primary and Secondary Carer Leave Policy, reflecting our commitment to work-life balance

Support structures like our Employee Assistance Program, professional mentoring, and buddy program for new starters

Opportunities to work on special interest projects

Opportunities to work across government, private and resource sectors

Opportunities to travel for work across multiple offices

Great cultural environment where teamwork and camaraderie are promoted and valued

Supportive leadership based on openness

About us

Egis is a global organisation with over 20,000 employees worldwide. With our head office based in Paris, we offer global career opportunities, as well as rewarding careers for our people locally.



Drawing on our deep pool of expertise, we create innovative solutions with our clients worldwide.

Egis is an organisation with the capacity to make meaningful industry and community change in the space of place-making, sustainability and creating connected cities. Different to other engineering firms, Egis offers true end-to-end capability across the entire design-to-operation lifecycle, offering advisory, architecture, engineering, design, asset management and operations services.

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Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a Stormwater Engineer? Have you completed a qualification in engineering? What's your expected annual base salary?

Engineering & Project Management Services More than 10,000 employees

Egis is a leading global organisation in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services. We partner with clients to design, deliver and operate smarter infrastructure and places that respond to the world’s evolving needs.

With more than 22,000 employees worldwide, we combine global capability with strong local insight. Our multidisciplinary expertise enables us to deliver innovative, practical and sustainable solutions that help build more balanced, resilient communities.

At Egis, you’ll be part of a business shaping the future of cities, transport, energy and the built environment, creating lasting impact where it matters most.

Egis is a leading global organisation in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services. We partner with clients to design, deliver and operate smarter infrastructure and places that respond to the world’s evolving needs.

With more than 22,000 employees worldwide, we combine global capability with strong local insight. Our multidisciplinary expertise enables us to deliver innovative, practical and sustainable solutions that help build more balanced, resilient communities.

At Egis, you’ll be part of a business shaping the future of cities, transport, energy and the built environment, creating lasting impact where it matters most.

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