Civil Designer's all levels of experience – Land Development & Building Projects

Design Influence. Deliver Quality. Grow Your Career at EDGE.

EDGE Consulting Engineers is an Australian-owned Structural and Civil Engineering consultancy experiencing strong national growth, delivering projects across QLD, ACT, and Australia-wide, with select global client exposure.

We are seeking a Civil Designer to join our Civil Engineering team. This is a key role for an experienced designer ready to take ownership of drafting and design delivery, support project teams, and contribute to the continued growth and reputation of EDGE as a high-performance boutique consultancy.

Relocation support is available for the right candidate.

Why Join EDGE?

At EDGE, designers don’t just draft- they contribute, influence, and grow.

You’ll be part of a business where technical excellence, accountability, and people actually matter.

You’ll benefit from:

- A high-performance, values-driven culture

- Adaptable working hours and the ability to work across multiple office locations

- Direct access to Civil Leads, Engineers, and Directors

- A premier EAP Program for our Staff's Wellbeing

- Hybrid working models. Work out of one of our 14 offices and @ home also

- 1:1 mentoring with our Principal Civil Designer

- Continuous learning through Lunch ’n’ Learns and external training

- Membership support for professional organisations

- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of building and land development projects

- Social events, activities, and a team that enjoys coming to work

- Support for causes close to your heart through fundraisers

- Relocation assistance available for interstate candidates

About the Role

Due to ongoing growth,



EDGE Consulting Engineers will be looking for a Civil Designer to join our team in the following few months. Therefore, this is an expressions of interest.

As a Civil Designer, you will provide design and drafting support across all phases of project delivery, working closely with Engineers and other Designers to deliver high-quality documentation within agreed timeframes and budgets.

This role suits a designer who is detail-focused, organised, technically capable, and ready to take ownership of project outputs.

Key Responsibilities

- Consult across all phases of project delivery from schematic design through to completion

- Undertake detailed civil engineering design and documentation

- Prepare Development Approval reporting packages

- Complete site assessment and planning support

- Plan and manage CAD documentation of design work

- Coordinate with survey, architectural, and external consultants

- Ensure project work is delivered within agreed deadlines and budget

- Keep senior staff informed of key service and design decisions

- Attend meetings and site inspections as required

- Maintain record copies and current folders to ensure accurate project information

- Utilise EDGE Civil Standard Details across all projects

- Produce clear, concise civil documentation in line with EDGE QA processes

- Take ownership of drafting deliverables and assigned projects





- Respond to requests from Lead Civil Designers and Engineers in a timely manner

About You

You’ll bring strong technical drafting capability, a proactive mindset, and pride in delivering quality work.

You will have:

- A detail-focused approach and commitment to high standards

- Ability to multi-task and manage multiple project priorities

- Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude

- Confidence working independently while contributing collaboratively

- A desire for ongoing learning, training, and career development

- Pride in producing practical, buildable, and cost-effective outcomes

Key Capability Requirements

- Typically 3+ years civil design and drafting experience (intermediate to senior level)

- Civil Engineering Degree or Diploma (desirable but not required)

- Strong competency in 12d and AutoCad

- Experience with 12d Stormwater modelling features

- Experience modelling earthworks surfaces and volume calculations

- Experience designing and documenting civil structures for urban subdivisions

- Strong knowledge of relevant local standards and design requirements

Ready to Design at the Next Level?

If you’re ready to join a growing consultancy where your design skills are valued, your development is supported, and your career continues to move forward — EDGE is the place to do it.

Relocation support is available for the right candidate.

Applications close: 29th Sept 2026

For questions regarding this role or other opportunities, please contact: @edgece.com

Applicants must have full Australian working rights.

EDGE is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.

Unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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