Civil Engineering Vacancy with 3–5 Years Australian experience
Your new company
Our client is a highly regarded boutique civil engineering consultancy based in Sydney's Inner West.
Renowned for delivering practical and innovative solutions across public domain, roads, driveways and civil infrastructure projects, they have built a strong reputation through long-term client relationships and technical excellence.
With a collaborative team environment and direct access to senior leadership, this is a rare opportunity to join a business where your contribution will be recognised and your career progression genuinely supported.
You'll work closely with one of the firm's Partners, receiving hands-on mentorship with a clearly defined pathway towards future equity and partnership opportunities.
Similar requirements around 12D expertise, roads and public domain design, and progression opportunities were highlighted in recent client discussions.
Your new role
As a Civil Engineer, you'll play a key role in the delivery of a diverse range of civil engineering projects across Sydney.Working within a close-knit team, your responsibilities will include:
Civil design and design delivery across public domain, roads, driveway and infrastructure projects
Producing detailed designs and documentation using 12D
Liaising directly with clients, contractors, councils and other project stakeholders
Managing project deliverables, timelines and technical outcomes
Attending client meetings and supporting project delivery from concept through to construction
Contributing to business growth through relationship management and networking opportunities
Working alongside a partner who will actively mentor and develop your leadership abilities
This role offers genuine exposure to both technical design and client-facing responsibilities, providing an excellent platform for career advancement.
What you'll need to succeed
Degree qualifications in Civil Engineering




3–5 years of Australian civil engineering experience
Permanent Residency or Australian Citizenship
Advanced 12D design skills and the ability to work independently
Experience delivering civil infrastructure projects including roads, public domain and driveway design
Strong verbal and written communication skills
The confidence to engage with clients and stakeholders
A well-developed skilled network within the Sydney engineering market will be highly regarded
Previous experience in a boutique consultancy or local government/council environment
Project or client management experience is advantageous but not essential
Most importantly, you'll be a motivated engineer looking to take ownership of your projects while developing into a future leader within the business.
What you'll get in return
In return, you'll receive:
A competitive salary package with regular performance reviews
Direct mentorship from a highly respected industry partner
A genuine pathway to Associate and Partner-level responsibilities
Clear progression opportunities, with the potential to achieve Partner status within approximately two years
Exposure to a diverse pipeline of civil infrastructure projects across Sydney
Significant client-facing responsibilities and the opportunity to strengthen your professional network
Involvement in both technical design and project delivery, providing a well-rounded career path
A collaborative, down-to-earth team culture where your ideas and input are valued
Flexible working arrangements and autonomy to manage your workload
The opportunity to help shape the future growth of a boutique consultancy
Long-term career stability within a well-established and respected engineering business
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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📌 Civil Engineer (Sydney)
🏢 Hays
📍 Sydney