Coordinator Civil Design

Glenorchy City Council; City of Glenorchy; On-site; AUD 113,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Flexible working arrangements

Relocation assistance may be available

15% Superannuation

Ongoing training

Job summary

Glenorchy City Council invites applications for a permanent Full-Time Coordinator Civil Design to lead the Civil Design and Survey functions and drive the Council's infrastructure program.

The role requires strong leadership in civil design, project management and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on delivering timely and compliant drawings, estimates and reports. A 9-day fortnight and relocation support may be available.

Qualifications

• Advanced Diploma of Civil Engineering Design or equivalent qualification, or extensive relevant industry experience.
• Experience leading civil design projects and technical teams in local government, consulting or civil infrastructure environments.
• Extensive knowledge of civil engineering standards, specifications and best practice design principles.
• Experience using engineering design software, preferably Civil 3D and Civil Site Design.
• Strong project management, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Proven leadership experience including performance management, coaching and staff development.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes within tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Civil Design and Survey team, providing direction, coaching and support.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities, resource allocation and workflow management to ensure timely outcomes.
• Oversee investigation, scoping, design and preparation of drawings, estimates and reports for civil projects.
• Design projects across roads, car parks, traffic management, lighting, stormwater and parks.
• Represent the Civil Design function on project teams, committees and external groups.
• Liaise with construction teams, consultants, contractors and stakeholders for delivery.
• Undertake peer reviews of designs for compliance with standards and legislation.
• Prepare and administer consultancy agreements and civil engineering contracts.
• Contribute to capital works planning through concept investigations, preliminary designs and cost estimates.
• Monitor project budgets and reporting, including procurement activities.
• Promote continuous improvement and high standards of design documentation and processes.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing team environment.

Job description

Shape the Future of Glenorchy's Infrastructure

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Coordinator Civil Design to lead Council's Civil Design and Survey functions and play a pivotal role in delivering Glenorchy City's infrastructure program.

About The Role

As the Coordinator Civil Design, you will:

• Lead and manage the Civil Design and Survey team, providing direction, coaching and support to employees.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities, resource allocation and workflow management to ensure timely and customer-focused outcomes.
• Oversee the investigation, scoping, design and preparation of drawings, estimates and reports for civil infrastructure projects.
• Manage design of projects across a diverse range of areas including roads, car parks, traffic management, pedestrian accessibility, lighting, stormwater, structural works, landscaping and recreational infrastructure.
• Represent the Civil Design function on corporate and external project teams, working groups and committees.
• Liaise with construction teams, consultants, contractors and stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
• Undertake peer reviews of designs to ensure compliance with relevant standards, specifications and legislation.
• Prepare and administer consultancy agreements and civil engineering contracts.
• Contribute to future capital works planning through concept investigations, preliminary designs and project cost estimates.
• Monitor project budgets and reporting requirements, including financial variance reporting and procurement activities.
• Promote continuous improvement and high standards of design and associated documentation and business processes
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing team environment.

About You

You’ll bring:

• Advanced Diploma of Civil Engineering Design or an equivalent/higher qualification in a relevant field, or extensive relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading civil design projects and technical teams in local government, consulting or civil infrastructure environments.
• Extensive knowledge of civil engineering standards, specifications and best practice design principles.
• Experience using engineering design software, preferably Civil 3D and Civil Site Design.
• Strong project management, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Proven leadership experience including performance management, coaching and staff development.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes within tight deadlines.

Position Details

• Permanent Full-Time, 76 hours per fortnight
• Annual Salary $125,000

What’s in it for you?

• Glenorchy City Council is an Employer of Choice.
• Opportunity to lead a skilled and professional technical team.
• Diverse and engaging infrastructure projects that positively impact the community.
• 9-day fortnight (RDO) and flexible working arrangements.
• 15% Superannuation.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive team that values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• The opportunity to influence strategic infrastructure outcomes across the municipality.
• Access to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives, including EAP.
• Only 15 minutes from the Hobart CBD, with free parking.
• Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.
• Glenorchy City Council's Enterprise Agreement 2025

Our Commitment to Community

Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy outlines our commitment - view it here.

Applications Close at 8:00pm Sunday, 11 October 2026

Up for a chat about this opportunity? Contact Dan Egodawatte, Manager Assets, Engineering & Design on [phone].

Pre-employment checks, including a National Police Check, health assessment and reference checks, will be requested and organised by Council prior to finalising employment.