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Stantec’s Water team in Australia has an impressive portfolio of successful major projects that are already positively impacting our communities across the country. We know that finding solutions to our water issues is critical, and so our diverse network of 400 water specialists in Australia collaborate to make sure the best people sit around the table. With exciting projects in the pipeline, we are looking to expand our teams and seek the change-makers, innovators, leaders and collaborators to join us. How will you impact Australia’s water solutions? Grow with us, H2O+U. We are looking for an ambitious Principal Civil Designer / Team Leader to join our Water Division based in our Brisbane office to work on major water infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for the design of direct engineering projects such as dams, reservoirs, pipelines, pump stations and various water and wastewater systems including treatment plants. We have a significant workload and have secured highly sought-after long-term projects. As a senior member of our Design group, you’ll bring advanced design capability, strong project coordination skills, team leadership and the confidence to represent our work with clients, contractors and internal leaders. You’ll play a key role in shaping design approaches, uplifting standards, and guiding the next generation of CAD professionals.
Job Responsibility
Undertake the role of Civil designer, applying technical knowledge in water & wastewater planning & design, utilising design aids such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D & Navisworks
Produce designs, reports, specifications, and drawings to ensure that appropriate solutions have been developed & engineering judgements recorded
Assist with the preparation of quantity & cost estimates for project planning, development, & construction phases
Collaborate with project teams, seeking/providing guidance from more experienced team members
Mentor, support & provide internal guidance to less experienced team members
Provide supervision to less experienced staff members
Liaise with Project Managers/Project Technical Leads to keep informed of the timing, costs & any other pertinent issues relating to assigned tasks
Maintain communication & develop ongoing contacts with clients as required
Complete all work in line with Stantec Core Values and in accordance with the Stantec Quality, Safety & Environment Systems and Project Quality Procedures
Minimise & control risk by commitment to the Stantec Quality, Health & Safety programs & ensuring proactive use of our project management systems
Exercise initiative & independent judgement in adapting & applying procedures to address unusual situations and to resolve issues
Work under general supervision
Assist with the recruitment of staff
Provides input to & manages the annual performance & career development goals for any direct reports
Managing day to day technical support activities
Other duties as reasonably required
Requirements
Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or TAFE qualification with significant relevant professional experience
Sound experience (10 years minimum) in multi-disciplinary mechanical / civil / structural design drafting
Strong foundation of technical knowledge in the use of design software aids & drawing management software
Developing management skills
Well-developed problem solving and negotiation skills to resolve queries
Highly adaptable and responsive with the ability to create unique solutions
Competent technical writing ability
Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Navisworks
An understanding of Revit, Plant 3D would be of benefit
Well-developed problem-solving skills
Highly adaptable & responsive with the ability to create solutions
Nice to have
Understanding of Revit, Plant 3D
What we offer
Flexible Working Arrangements – Including options to work part time and flexibility to work from home
Learning and Talent Development Programs and Training
Purchasing up to four weeks additional leave
Professional Registration and Memberships
Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI) and Salary Packaging
Honorarium Spot Bonus Program – Recognition of broader water industry contributions to relevant committees and conferences
Employee Resource Groups such as Women@Stantec and Pride@Stantec
Connecting employees across Stantec through our Developing Professionals Group
Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs including Employee Assistance Program