Civil Engineer

PERSOL; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Persol is seeking a Civil Engineer with 5+ years of consultancy experience to take ownership of civil design packages across NSW projects. You will collaborate closely with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams from initial design through to documentation and delivery.

You will lead civil and stormwater design, undertake modelling and flood studies, and coordinate with clients and authorities to ensure compliance with Australian standards and project requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Minimum 5 years' consultancy experience in civil engineering.
• Proven experience delivering civil and stormwater designs.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver civil and stormwater design packages across commercial and industrial developments.
• Undertake civil design, modelling and analysis for medium to large-scale projects.
• Assist senior engineers on major projects and coordinate with drafting and project management teams.
• Prepare flood studies and undertake flood modelling and analysis.
• Develop earthworks, site grading and pavement designs.
• Liaise with clients, councils, authorities and external consultants throughout project delivery.

Skills

Civil design

Stormwater design

Client engagement

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

DRAINS

MUSIC

HEC-RAS

Job description

Our client is a well-regarded engineering consultancy with a strong pipeline of commercial and industrial projects across NSW, including retail developments, aged care facilities, data centres and warehouses.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Civil Engineer with 5+ years of consultancy experience to take ownership of civil design packages, work across a diverse range of projects and collaborate closely with experienced senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams.

The successful candidate will be involved in projects from initial design through to documentation and delivery, with the opportunity to further develop their technical capabilities and build strong client relationships.

Civil Engineer

The Opportunity

• Lead and deliver civil and stormwater design packages across a range of commercial and industrial developments.
• Undertake civil design, modelling and analysis for medium to large-scale projects.
• Assist senior engineers on major projects, contributing to design development and coordination.
• Prepare flood studies and undertake flood modelling and analysis.
• Develop earthworks, site grading and pavement designs.
• Liaise with clients, councils, authorities and external consultants throughout project delivery.
• Prepare detailed design documentation and coordinate with drafting and project management teams.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant Australian Standards, industry guidelines and project requirements.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience within a civil engineering consultancy or similar environment.
• Strong experience delivering civil and stormwater designs.
• Demonstrated experience in civil grading and pavement design.
• Proficiency in industry software including DRAINS, MUSIC and HEC-RAS.
• Experience with flood modelling and site-specific flood studies.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with confidence engaging directly with clients.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to manage competing project priorities.
• Current Australian driver's licence.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join an established Australian engineering consultancy with a strong project pipeline.
• Work across a diverse portfolio of commercial and industrial developments.
• Take ownership of your own design packages and contribute to major projects.
• Work closely with experienced technical leaders in a collaborative team environment.
• Further develop your technical expertise and progress your engineering career.