Senior Civil Engineer - Land Development

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you'll provide expert technical leadership on civil engineering

projects, taking ownership from concept to completion and delivering high-quality designs and

documentation. This role inspires engineering excellence, ensuring innovative and efficient

solutions that exceed client expectations, while fostering team growth and championing

company values.

Project Leadership & Management

• Lead civil engineering projects (land development, commercial, industrial) from concept to completion, ensuring client satisfaction, productivity, and adherence to project schedules and budgets.
• Schedule own work and oversee the work of others as a project lead.
• Monitor project resourcing and implement solutions for efficient resource utilisation.
• Manage project variations, including identifying, assessing, and documenting changes in scope, cost, and schedule.
• Represent the company at project meetings and inspections, ensuring effective communication and documented outcomes.
• Liaise and negotiate with local councils and other relevant authorities to obtain necessary approvals and permits.

Design & Technical Expertise

Prepare high-quality, detailed designs, drawings, and documentation for civil engineering projects.

Conduct engineering and design work, delegating and monitoring tasks as needed, including the design of:

• Stormwater drainage
• Bulk earthworks
• Roadworks
• Traffic management
• Water supply and sewage systems

Investigate engineering problems, provide expert advice, and coordinate effective solutions.

Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and best practices.

Project Financials Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenditures and ensuring adherence to financial targets.
• Monitor project costs, identify potential overruns, and implement cost-saving measures where necessary.
• Prepare and submit invoices to clients, track outstanding payments, and ensure timely collection of receivables.
• Provide regular financial reports to project stakeholders, including budget status, cost forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Review and understand project contracts, ensuring compliance with financial terms and conditions.

Partner Experience

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and government bodies, ensuring their needs and expectations are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration with clients, internal colleagues, and external stakeholders (e.g., subcontractors, government agencies).
• Proactively engage with stakeholders, providing regular project updates, addressing concerns, and seeking feedback.
• Skillfully negotiate with stakeholders to achieve project objectives and resolve conflicts in a constructive manner.
• Cultivate positive and productive relationships with all stakeholders, fostering trust and mutual respect.

Health, Safety, Environment and Quality

• Ensure compliance with internal policies and relevant ISO standards and ensure project document is retained as per HSEQ Management System
• Play a key role in developing and delivering systems or project administration training for employees.
• Participate in HSEQ training, report incidents, and support a culture of safety and quality.
• Follow safety rules, identify and address risks, and promote a safe workplace.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
• Proactively identify and assess potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement measures to ensure safety in design and on site
• Participates in Emergency Preparedness activities e.g. fire evacuations

Innovation

• Participate in discussions on work system improvements, including leveraging technology for information sharing, management, and quality control.
• Actively engage in reviewing work standards and monitoring processes, initiating recommendations for improvement.
• Assist clients to identify sustainable options and implications
• Bring ideas forward on how we can improve the way we deliver our partner experience.

Your Profile

• Minimum 6-10 Years Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (or

• equivalent)

• Member of Engineers Australia

• Charted Professional Engineer (CPEng)

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