Company
This established Gold Coast engineering consultancy delivers civil and structural engineering across a diverse range of private-sector developments.

With a robust pipeline of repeat work and long-term clients, they’re looking for an experienced Civil Engineer to take greater ownership of their civil projects and become a key part of the business.

It’s a collaborative environment where you’ll work directly with the business owner, have a voice in project delivery and won’t get lost amongst layers of management.

Advantages
$130K–$150K + super, depending on experience
Genuine autonomy and ownership of your projects
Direct access to clients and business owners
Flexible start and finish times
Annual Christmas bonus
Southport location with free parking nearby
Wide-ranging projects across Queensland and interstate

The Role
You’ll take the lead across a varied portfolio of building-related civil projects, working closely with clients and managing projects through design, approvals and delivery.

The work includes stormwater and drainage, bulk earthworks, external services and Operational Works across self-storage, residential and other private-sector developments.





You’ll work alongside Civil Designers who will support the design and drawing delivery, allowing you to focus on the engineering, technical review, client relationships and overall project outcomes.

It’s an autonomous role for someone who enjoys being close to their projects and clients, without the layers and bureaucracy of a larger consultancy.

About You
You’ll ideally bring 5–10 years’ civil engineering experience within consulting, with strong stormwater and drainage capability.
You’ll be confident reviewing designs, guiding designers,
Experience dealing directly with clients and councils
Confident making technical decisions independently.
12d, DRAINS or PC Drain experience will be well regarded
RPEQ preferred or currently being pursued

Above all, you’ll be looking for greater autonomy and the opportunity to become a key person within a smaller consultancy.

Next Steps
If you’re ready for greater ownership without giving up the technical side of engineering, apply via SEEK or contact Sally on 04•••••796 for a confidential discussion.

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