Join Our Team as a Senior Civil Engineer | ERSCON (Cairns)

At ERSCON, a leading civil and structural engineering consultancy, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative solutions across Queensland. With passionate professionals based in Cairns, Normanton, and Innisfail, and Mareeba, we are on the lookout for a seasoned Senior Civil Engineer to join our team in Cairns to drive project success and lead our engineering initiatives.

Why ERSCON?

High-Impact Projects: Lead and deliver a diverse portfolio of complex civil projects that shape regional infrastructure and land development.

Leadership & Influence: Step into a pivotal role where you will directly influence design standards, mentor the next generation of engineers, and drive technical excellence.

Dynamic & Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive, forward-thinking setting that values innovation, autonomy, and strategic creativity.

What You’ll Do

Lead Design & Strategy: Oversee and approve complex concept, preliminary, and detailed designs for major civil works, ensuring full compliance with Australian standards.

Project & Technical Leadership: Manage civil design projects from inception to completion, coordinating closely with senior leaders, clients, and local authorities.

Mentor & Develop Talent: Actively guide, mentor, and inspire cadet designers, graduate engineers,



and mid-level staff to foster technical growth within the team.

Quality Assurance: Review and validate advanced 3D models and detailed construction drawings, ensuring the highest level of accuracy and safety.

What We Look For

Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (with extensive industry standing)

Professional Registration: RPEQ status (or eligibility/working towards it) is highly desirable for this senior position.

Experience: minimum 8 years of proven experience successfully delivering Civil Design and infrastructure projects.

Technical Mastery: extensive expertise in bulk earthworks, road design, stormwater management, and utilities related to land development.

Software Proficiency: Microsoft office suite (word, excel and Project) and PDF editor.

Communication & Collaboration: Exceptional stakeholder management, communication skills, and a natural ability to foster a team-focused environment.

What’s in it for You?

Competitive Remuneration: A generous salary package that reflects your advanced expertise and leadership value.

True Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours tailored to support your personal commitments and lifestyle.

Growth & Impact: A clear pathway to senior leadership within a well-established, expanding consultancy.

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📌 Senior Civil Engineer (Cairns Regional)
🏢 ERSCON
📍 Cairns Regional