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 positive.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we are challenging today to reinvent tomorrow. As our Brisbane Civil & Aviation team continues to grow, we are looking for a Senior Associate Civil Engineer – Drainage to help shape some of the region's most significant infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand.

In this senior leadership role, you'll play a key part in shaping the future growth of our Civil & Aviation team while delivering some of the most complex and rewarding infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand. You'll work closely with clients, project teams and technical specialists to develop innovative drainage and hydrology solutions that create positive outcomes for communities and industry.

You'll provide technical leadership across all stages of project delivery, guiding multidisciplinary teams and supporting quality outcomes from planning and design through to construction. Working in partnership with clients, you'll help understand their priorities, anticipate future needs and build trusted, long-term relationships.

As a Senior Associate, you'll collaborate with commercial, technical and operational leaders across Jacobs, contributing to business growth, project opportunities and the continued success of our Civil & Aviation practice. You'll also work closely with our global delivery teams, fostering collaboration across regions and bringing the best of Jacobs' worldwide expertise to our clients.

This role offers the opportunity to mentor and support developing engineers, share technical knowledge and help create an inclusive team environment where people feel valued, supported and empowered to grow. You'll play an important role in promoting Jacobs' Culture of Caring, helping to cultivate a workplace that prioritises wellbeing, belonging and professional development.

You'll also contribute to the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of projects spanning aviation, defence, data centres, renewable energy, ports and maritime infrastructure,



Brisbane City Council programs and major transport infrastructure projects across ANZ

Why Jacobs?

At Jacobs, we put people at the heart of everything we do. We foster a culture where everyone belongs, diverse perspectives are valued, and careers can flourish.

- Work on exciting infrastructure projects across ANZ
- Join a growing Brisbane team with a strong pipeline of work
- Collaborate with leading specialists and global experts
- Access meaningful leadership and career development opportunities
- Be part of an inclusive, flexible and supportive workplace

We know that no one ticks every box. If you are excited about this opportunity and believe you can bring value to our team, we would love to hear from you.

Here's what you'll need

- Relevant Civil Engineering qualifications supported by RPEQ accreditation
- Extensive civil engineering experience, complemented by deep drainage and hydrology expertise
- Experience guiding the delivery of complex infrastructure projects and providing technical oversight
- The ability to build trusted client relationships and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholder groups
- A passion for mentoring, sharing knowledge and supporting the development of others
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to delivering quality outcome

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.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. 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.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.

📌 Senior Associate Civil Engineer (Brisbane)
🏢 Jacobs
📍 Brisbane