As a Senior Civil Engineer, you'll provide expert technical leadership on civil engineeringprojects, taking ownership from concept to completion and delivering high-quality designs anddocumentation.
This role inspires engineering excellence, ensuring cutting-edge and efficientsolutions that exceed client expectations, while fostering team growth and championingcompany values.Project Leadership & Management• Lead civil engineering projects (land development, commercial, industrial) fromconcept to completion, ensuring client satisfaction, productivity, and adherence toproject schedules and budgets.
• Schedule own work and oversee the work of others as a project lead.
• Monitor project resourcing and implement solutions for efficient resource utilisation.
• Manage project variations, including identifying, assessing, and documentingchanges in scope, cost, and schedule.
• Represent the company at project meetings and inspections, ensuring effectivecommunication and documented outcomes.
• Liaise and negotiate with local councils and other relevant authorities to obtainnecessary approvals and permits.Design & Technical Expertise• Prepare high-quality, detailed designs, drawings, and documentation for civilengineering projects.
• Conduct engineering and design work, delegating and monitoring tasks as needed,including the design of:o Stormwater drainageo Bulk earthworkso Roadworkso Traffic managemento Water supply and sewage systems• Investigate engineering problems, provide expert advice, and coordinate effectivesolutions.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and best practices.Project Financials Responsibilities• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenditures and ensuring adherenceto financial targets.
• Monitor project costs, identify potential overruns, and implement cost-savingmeasures where necessary.
• Prepare and submit invoices to clients, track outstanding payments, and ensuretimely collection of receivables.
• Provide regular financial reports to project stakeholders, including budget status, costforecasts, and variance analysis.
• Review and understand project contracts, ensuring compliance with financial termsand conditions.Partner Experience• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and government bodies, ensuringtheir needs and expectations are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration with clients, internal colleagues,and external stakeholders (e.g., subcontractors, government agencies).
• Proactively engage with stakeholders, providing regular project updates, addressingconcerns, and seeking feedback.
• Skillfully negotiate with stakeholders to achieve project objectives and resolveconflicts in a constructive manner.
• Cultivate positive and productive relationships with all stakeholders, fostering trustand mutual respect.Health, Safety, Environment and Quality• Ensure compliance with internal policies and relevant ISO standards and ensureproject document is retained as per HSEQ Management System• Play a key role in developing and delivering systems or project administration trainingfor employees.
• Participate in HSEQ training, report incidents, and support a culture of safety andquality.
• Follow safety rules, identify and address risks, and promote a safe workplace.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, recommending corrective actions toprevent future occurrences.
• Proactively identify and assess potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, andimplement measures to ensure safety in design and on site• Participates in Emergency Preparedness activities e.g. fire evacuationsInnovation• Participate in discussions on work system improvements, including leveragingtechnology for information sharing, management, and quality control.
• Actively engage in reviewing work standards and monitoring processes, initiatingrecommendations for improvement.
• Assist clients to identify sustainable options and implications• Bring ideas forward on how we can improve the way we deliver our partnerexperience.Your ProfileTo be successful in this role, you should have:Minimum 6-10 Years Experience Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (orequivalent)Member of Engineers AustraliaCharted Professional Engineer (CPEng)
📌 Senior Civil Engineer - Land Development (Perth)
🏢 Peritas
📍 Perth