Brisbane Principal Structural Engineer - Lead Projects

PCR Services; Sydney; On-site; AUD 200,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

PCR Services in Brisbane is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to lead a growing team and stay connected to hands-on engineering. You will drive projects, mentor staff, and manage client relationships while guiding business development initiatives.

The role blends technical leadership with people management, client engagement, and commercial oversight, with a clear path to Associate Director. Australian experience is valued.

Qualifications

• CPEng or equivalent is required and strongly preferred.
• Experience leading teams and client development across complex projects.
• Ability to balance technical input with commercial delivery and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead significant structural projects and project teams.
• Provide technical direction across complex designs.
• Remain hands-on when projects require senior input.
• Manage and develop key client relationships.
• Understand client expectations and ensure delivery.
• Identify opportunities with existing and new clients.
• Mentor Senior Engineers and develop future leaders.
• Plan resources and balance workloads.
• Maintain programme control and project deliverables.
• Review project quality and technical standards.
• Support proposals and business development.
• Collaborate with the broader leadership team.

Skills

People leadership

Technical direction

Client relations

Project delivery

Mentoring

Education

CPEng or equivalent

Job description

PCR Services in Brisbane is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to lead a growing team and stay connected to hands-on engineering. You will drive projects, mentor staff, and manage client relationships while guiding business development initiatives.

The role blends technical leadership with people management, client engagement, and commercial oversight, with a clear path to Associate Director. Australian experience is valued.