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

At ERSCON, a leading civil and structural engineering consultancy, we pride ourselves on delivering cutting-edge 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 environment 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