Job Description
This is an opportunity for an accomplished Principal Civil Engineer to lead the design capability of a growing, construction‐led engineering consultancy.
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Working directly with the Managing Director, you'll become a trusted technical counterpart; personally developing, reviewing and certifying complex civil and temporary works designs while building the systems, standards and team required for future growth.
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It's an ideal role for an ambitious Senior Engineer who wants to remain technically hands‐on while progressing toward broader leadership and potential partnership.
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The role
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You'll take ownership of:
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Complex civil and temporary works design, review and certification
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Constructability, construction methodology and technical risk
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Projects involving excavations, staging, live services and high‐risk works
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Engineering assurance, QA and technical governance
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Direct engagement with contractors, clients and authorities
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Developing design systems and standards
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Mentoring and building the future engineering team
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Improving engineering delivery through technology, AI and automation
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About you
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You'll bring:
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Civil Engineering qualifications
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RPEQ registration, or the ability to obtain it
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Solid civil and temporary and/or permanent works design capability
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Experience delivering practical solutions in complex construction environments
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Tier 1 or 2 contractor experience, or equivalent construction‐focused design experience
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The ability to personally develop, review and certify engineering designs
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Solid commercial judgement and confidence working autonomously
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The capability to lead, mentor and build a technical team
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You'll be equally comfortable developing a complex design and working alongside contractors to determine how it can be safely and practically built.
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Why consider it?
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You'll have genuine influence over the consultancy's:
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Engineering and technical direction
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Design capability, systems and standards
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Technology and project delivery
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Future team and business growth
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The role offers an executive‐level package;depending on capability, together with a genuine pathway toward Technical Director, profit share, equity or partnership.

📌 Principal Civil Engineer (Queensland)
🏢 Engineering Digitalent
📍 Queensland