Job Description
We are looking for a skilled Civil Designer to join our Civil and Water team at Bligh Tanner.
Join one of Brisbane's most highly awarded engineering practices and work alongside respected industry leaders.
You'll deliver meaningful projects that make a real impact on communities and the environment — from parks and recreation to water, energy, and urban development.
We are a team of talented, down‐ to‐ earth people who believe great work comes from strong relationships and a collaborative culture.
+ The Role
You'll join an established team of designers within our broader Civil + Water group of more than 20 engineers and designers.
We'll support your growth through exposure to a wide range of complex and engaging projects, spanning civil infrastructure, urban development, and parks, recreation and public space projects.
Your responsibilities will include:
Concept, preliminary and detailed design of civil works
Detailed design of earthworks, erosion and sediment control, roads, drainage, water and sewer infrastructure
Preparation of schedules of quantities
Producing high quality design documentation as part of a collaborative team
Providing technical support to the civil design and drafting team
+ What we'd like
Experience in road/civil infrastructure design (4 years minimum)
Strong skills using AutoCAD software packages
Intermediate Civil design skills and experience using the 12D Model software




Valuable technical ability with SEQ codes and standards
Excellent communication and computer skills
Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to work with minimal supervision
Relevant tertiary qualifications are required (associate degree or higher)
+ What we think is important
Professional approach to work
Balance approach to life
Clear career aspirations and a desire to keep learning
Confidence, initiative and a client focused mindset
Positive contributor to a small teamwork environment
Hold safety as a personal core value
+ Life At Bligh Tanner
We have robust values tied to our people, our work and our conscience.
We are collaborative, inquisitive and hardworking.
We want to ensure our people have everything they need to be successful professionally and personally.
We invest in training and development of all people we hire.
We also understand the demands of a busy life and offer flexibility to how you work appropriate to your role.
We're a team that share the wins, share the work, and celebrate the milestones.
We enjoy regular team lunches, morning tea, ice cream Fridays and social activities.
If you're looking to grow as a civil designer while working on projects that genuinely make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Civil Designer | Brisbane (Queensland)
🏢 Brisbane
📍 Queensland