Lead Civil Engineer

Aurecon Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon Group in Brisbane seeks an experienced Lead Civil Engineer to drive major Industrial, Mining & Resources projects. You will lead civil studies and designs, coordinate geotechnical inputs and interfaces, and support from concept through detailed design and delivery.

With a practical mindset, you will balance technical quality, constructability and client outcomes while building trusted relationships with asset clients and contributing to team growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
• RPEQ certification or eligible to obtain RPEQ.
• Experience delivering civil design for mining, industrial or major infra projects.
• Strong coordination across geotechnical inputs and interfaces.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver civil studies and designs in the Industrial Civil space, including bulk earthworks, drainage, pavements, underground services.
• Coordinate geotechnical inputs and civil interfaces to create constructable design solutions.
• Support projects from concept through detailed design, construction support and sustainment works.
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams to resolve complex technical challenges and deliver well-considered outcomes.
• Build trusted relationships with private asset clients by translating technical detail into clear, practical advice.
• Contribute to design reviews, quality outcomes and the continued growth of civil capability within the team.

Skills

Team leadership

Civil design

Geotechnical coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Clear client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

RPEQ certification or eligibility

Job description

Lead Civil Engineer

At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.

What you'll do

As an experienced Lead Civil Engineer for our Industrial, Mining & Resources team based in Brisbane, you'll contribute to projects and programs that make a real difference and be part of a team that embraces challenges, welcomes diverse ideas, and engineer solutions with people and outcomes in mind. You'll be contributing to the delivery of major projects across a number of fields including Industrial Civil works, Resources and Mining, port projects, Energy and Oil & Gas projects. You'll be part of our long-standing, high-performing and successful multi-disciplinary team that has worked together to win multiple Australian Engineering Excellence Awards in recent years. With an incredibly strong pipeline spanning a range of interesting and diverse projects, you will:

• Lead and deliver civil studies and designs in the Industrial Civil space - including bulk earthworks, drainage, pavements, underground services, overall multi-discipline co-ordination.
• Coordinate geotechnical inputs and civil interfaces to create integrated, constructable design solutions.
• Support projects from concept and feasibility through detailed design, construction support and sustainment works.
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams to resolve complex technical challenges and deliver well-considered outcomes.
• Build trusted relationships with private asset clients by translating technical detail into clear, practical advice.
• Contribute to design reviews, quality outcomes and the continued growth of civil capability within the team.

What you'll bring

• Relevant qualifications in civil engineering and demonstrate experience delivering civil design for mining, resources, industrial or other major infrastructure projects.
• RPEQ certification, or eligibility to obtain RPEQ registration.
• Capability across bulk earthworks, drainage, pavements and underground services, with an understanding of geotechnical coordination and multidisciplinary interfaces.
• Experience contributing across multiple project phases, from early studies and feasibility through detailed design and delivery support.
• A practical mindset and a track record of developing solutions that balance technical quality, constructability and client outcomes.
• The ability to make complex civil engineering concepts clear for clients, stakeholders and other disciplines.
• Strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to challenge assumptions and see the bigger picture.
• A genuine interest in continuing to learn, share knowledge and grow alongside experienced technical specialists.

How we support your growth

We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges, in an environment that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.

Who we are

We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here - to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.

Ready for your next adventure? If this sounds like your next step, we'd love to hear from you. For recruitment adjustments, contact [e-mail]. Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI. We're most interested in your individual thinking and experiences - so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective. Our purpose is bringing ideas to life. Learn more about us on our website.