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Principal Civil Engineer

Australia, Brisbane Employment contract · Job Posted April 23, 2026
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Our Brisbane office is currently seeking to appoint a Principal Engineer - Civil with significant engineering design experience, strong communication skills and the desire to lead and mentor both local and nationally. This is a pivotal role with the Brisbane Civil team to support the successful delivery of complex high-risk projects, provide technical expertise, develop and mentor a team.

Job Responsibility

  • Support the successful delivery of complex high-risk projects
  • Provide technical expertise
  • Develop and mentor a team
  • Plan, manage and deliver engineering projects of a complex nature to meet client requirements
  • Deliver value engineering solutions
  • Create concept designs with performance efficiencies

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
  • Chartered member (CPEng) of Institute of Engineers Australia
  • Ideally 15+ years demonstrated experience in civil engineering
  • Demonstrated experience at a senior level with strong negotiation and leadership skills
  • Strong understanding of civil construction industry
  • An innovative and out of the box attitude to solutions and designs
  • Ability to critically assess, interpret and communicate information of a complex nature
  • Ability to develop and mentor staff

What we offer

  • Competitive salary package
  • Flexible work environment
  • Active social calendar
  • Birthday Leave after 12 months of service
  • Paid Parental Leave scheme
  • Five weeks annual leave after 5 years of service
  • Employee assistance program

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