Job Description
Chandler Macleod is looking tosecure an experienced Civil Design Engineer to drive and manage engineering design development across a diverse project portfolio. This is a hands-on design management role-ideal for someone who can keep work moving, influence outcomes, and confidently sign off designs within a strong governance framework.
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The opportunity
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Location: Perth (CBD) - hybrid, with occasional day trips to site (e.g., to support projects or attend FATs)
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Roster: Monday to Friday (standard office hours) + ad-hoc site visits
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Contract: Initial 6 months (potential to extend to 12 months for the right person)
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Start date: 1 October ****
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Rate: $******/hr + super (PAYG)
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What you'll be working on
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You'll be responsible for design and design development across a portfolio including:
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Geotechnical works
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Underground piping
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Dams / foundations
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Water mains
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Key responsibilities
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Manage external service providers (ESPs) and drive design development from concept through to construction-ready
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Ensure designs are fit-for-purpose and compliant within BHP engineering governance
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Review incoming design deliverables and critically analyse drawings and documentation
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Make practical engineering/design decisions and approve designs for construction
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Maintain schedule discipline and keep stakeholders aligned and informed
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What we're looking for- Must-haves
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Degree-qualified engineer with a civil background
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Proven experience acting as a design manager / technical project manager (design governance, approvals, schedule accountability)
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Confident working with ESPs-able to hold teams to account and push outcomes
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Strong organisation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
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Nice to have
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Exposure to SPO, MicroStation, P6, SAP
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Robust Excel capability and general familiarity with BHP ways of working
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At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
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You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at

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