Lead Civil Engineer - Water Infrastructure

Aurecon Australasia Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon Group is seeking a Lead Civil Engineer for Water Infrastructure in Queensland. You will lead the civil design of major water and wastewater systems and set technical direction across feasibility to commissioning.

The role focuses on delivering resilient, cost-effective infrastructure for Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. You will mentor teams, influence senior stakeholders, and build strong relationships with utilities and councils while applying relevant Australian standards.

Qualifications

• A relevant civil engineering qualification with substantial experience leading municipal water/wastewater projects.
• Strong capability in civil design and hydraulic analysis for water networks.
• Experience across stages from feasibility to delivery.
• Solid understanding of design assurance and Australian water standards.
• Chartered status or clear pathway to achieve it is desirable.
• Leadership style that is collaborative and client-focused.

Responsibilities

• Lead the civil design of water and wastewater pipelines, treatment facilities, pumping stations, and storage systems.
• Set technical direction on complex projects with senior-level judgement.
• Guide projects through feasibility, concept and detailed design, with construction/commissioning support.
• Apply Australian standards and water industry requirements (WSA, SEQ Code).
• Mentor engineers and designers and foster a collaborative culture.
• Build relationships with utilities, councils, and partners to deliver resilient solutions for Brisbane and Sunshine Coast communities.

Skills

Civil design leadership

Hydraulic analysis

Lifecycle delivery

Design assurance & safety

Stakeholder influence

Leadership presence

Education

Civil engineering degree

Chartered Engineer / RPEQ desirable

Job description

Lead Civil Engineer - Water Infrastructure

Lead city-shaping water infrastructure. Influence major projects. Build your legacy across Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. At Aurecon, we are engineering optimists who see the world differently. We ask what is possible and turn ideas into impact. Here, you will bring your civil engineering expertise to challenges that matter, alongside people who think boldly, collaborate openly and are determined to make a difference. Join our growing Queensland Water team and take a visible leadership role in delivering the infrastructure that supports safe, reliable and sustainable water services across Brisbane, Greater Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. You will work on a strong pipeline of medium, large and major projects for leading water utilities, government agencies and delivery partners, with the opportunity to influence technical direction from feasibility and concept design through detailed design, construction and commissioning.

What you will do

• Lead the civil design of major water and wastewater pipelines, treatment facilities, pumping stations, storage systems and associated infrastructure.
• Set the technical direction on complex projects, providing senior-level judgement, design leadership and practical solutions that clients can rely on.
• Guide projects through feasibility, options assessment, concept and detailed design, with opportunities to support construction and commissioning.
• Apply relevant Australian standards and water industry requirements, including WSA codes, SEQ Code and applicable Australian Standards.
• Mentor engineers and designers, review technical work and foster a collaborative culture where people can learn, contribute and do their best work.
• Build trusted relationships with Queensland water utilities, local councils, government agencies and contractor partners to deliver resilient, cost-effective solutions for Brisbane and Sunshine Coast communities.

Your experience and expertise

• A relevant civil engineering qualification and substantial experience leading the design and delivery of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Strong capability in civil design and hydraulic analysis for water and wastewater networks, pipelines, treatment facilities and related infrastructure.
• Experience across several stages of the project lifecycle, from feasibility and concept development through detailed design and delivery.
• A solid understanding of design assurance, safety in design, relevant regulatory obligations and Australian water industry standards.
• Chartered Professional Engineer status and RPEQ registration are desirable, or a commitment and clear pathway to achieving them.
• A confident, collaborative and client-focused leadership style, with the credibility to influence senior stakeholders, navigate complexity and bring diverse disciplines together.

How we support your growth

You will join a well-established Queensland Water practice with a strong local project pipeline, long-standing client relationships and access to deep technical expertise. You will have the autonomy to shape your role around your strengths, influence how we deliver our most important projects, mentor the next generation of engineers and grow your profile as a recognised water infrastructure leader in Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. We support flexible ways of working, including part-time and job-share arrangements, and provide mentoring, learning opportunities, wellbeing support and career development at every stage. You will be part of an inclusive team where your perspective is valued, your voice is heard and great work is achieved together.

We value diverse career experiences and encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement.

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