Lead Civil Engineer

SONDA Recruitment; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Melbourne is looking for a Senior or Lead Civil Engineer to lead project delivery and mentor junior staff. This office-based role involves managing design for urban and commercial projects while fostering a collaborative culture. The ideal candidate has significant civil engineering experience, strong design skills with Civil3D, and is comfortable interacting with clients and multidisciplinary teams. Salary between $100k and $150k plus Super, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in civil engineering within the built environment.
• Strong civil design and documentation capability.
• Confidence coordinating with multidisciplinary consultant teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver civil engineering design across various projects.
• Mentor junior engineers and support fee proposals.
• Coordinate effectively with architects and planners.

Skills

Civil design capability

Client-facing experience

Collaboration skills

Tools

Civil3D

Job description

Overview

• Design-led engineering consultancy with a strong built environment focus
• Senior or Lead level role with genuine influence on projects and team direction
• High-quality urban, commercial development projects
• Collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
• Clear pathway for progression and professional growth
• Office-based role – hands-on, connected and team-oriented environment

We are seeking a Senior or Lead Civil Engineer to lead technical project delivery and mentor one other person.

You'll likely take home between $100k and $150k p/a plus Super, depending on your experience.

This role suits someone who enjoys being close to the work – contributing technically, guiding outcomes and working closely with architects, planners and other stakeholders in an office-based setting.

The role

You will lead and deliver civil engineering design across a range of built environment projects, from early concept through to construction documentation and delivery.

Depending on your level, you will also mentor junior engineers, support with fee proposals, mitigate any tricky client issues.

Projects typically include:

• Urban and infill developments
• Mixed-use and commercial projects
• Civil works aligned with built environment outcomes

You will bring:

• Proven experience in civil engineering within the built environment, in Melbourne
• Strong civil design and documentation capability (Civil3D)
• Confidence coordinating with multidisciplinary consultant teams
• Client-facing experience and clear communication skills
• A collaborative mindset and interest in guiding others

Chartered status, or progression toward it, will be well regarded.

This opportunity would suit an established Senior Engineer ready to step into more influence, or a Lead Engineer looking for a consultancy where quality, collaboration and office-based teamwork are genuinely valued.

For more information please contact Miriam Taylor on 0447 042 897 or email [e-mail]