Lead Hydraulic Engineer (Buildings)

Stantec; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Global knowledge networks

Extra leave (up to 4 weeks)

Job summary

Stantec's Sydney Buildings team is expanding, and we’re seeking an experienced Lead Hydraulic Engineer to drive the delivery of exciting Australian building projects. You’ll lead from concept to construction, work with clients and multidisciplinary teams, and mentor the next generation of engineers.

Join a firm delivering data centres, healthcare, education, commercial high-rises and major refurbishments, with opportunities to shape Sydney’s built environment and grow your career within a global

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified engineer with hydraulic building services expertise.
• Experience leading projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and deliver reports and designs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of hydraulic building services systems (water, sewerage, stormwater, recycled water, gas).
• Manage multiple projects with varying size and complexity, ensuring technical and commercial outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor through the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, specifications, and tender submissions.
• Collaborate with Electrical, Mechanical, Fire, Sustainability, and other disciplines.
• Conduct site inspections and provide construction-phase support; respond to RFIs.
• Ensure designs comply with Australian Standards and NCC requirements.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and contribute to a high-performing team culture.
• Support NSW market growth through networking and opportunity identification.

Skills

Hydraulic design

Building services

Project leadership

Client relationships

Mentoring

Technical reports

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Lead Hydraulic Engineer (Buildings) - ( 2600008K )

Description

Stantec's Sydney Buildings team is experiencing significant growth, and we're looking for an experienced Lead Hydraulic Engineer to play a key role in delivering some of Australia's most exciting building projects.

This is an opportunity to combine your technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and client relationship skills while working across a diverse portfolio that includes data centres, healthcare, defence, education, commercial high‑rise developments, mixed‑use precincts, and major refurbishments.

As a senior member of our Buildings team, you'll lead project delivery from concept through to construction, work closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams, and help develop the next generation of engineering talent.

If you're passionate about innovative design, enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, and want to influence the future of the built environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Shape Sydney's Most Complex Buildings Projects

Day To Day Tasks Would Involve

• Lead the design and delivery of hydraulic building services systems including water supply, sewerage, stormwater, recycled water, and gas services.
• Manage multiple projects of varying size and complexity while maintaining exceptional technical and commercial outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, becoming a trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, specifications, design documentation, and tender submissions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Electrical, Mechanical, Fire, Sustainability, and other Building Services disciplines.
• Conduct site inspections, provide construction‑phase support, assess defects, and respond to contractor RFIs.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant Australian Standards, National Construction Code requirements, and client specifications.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers while contributing to a positive, high‑performing team culture.
• Support business growth through industry engagement, networking, and identifying opportunities within the NSW market.

To Be Successful For This Role You'll Need

• A degree qualification in Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in hydraulic building services consulting within the engineering or construction industry.
• Strong technical capability across hydraulic systems design and construction methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience leading projects and coordinating multidisciplinary design teams.
• Design and Building Practitioners (DBP) registration or the ability to obtain accreditation.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client relationship skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and sound decision‑making ability.
• The ability to manage competing priorities while delivering high‑quality outcomes.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• A passion for mentoring others and contributing to the ongoing success of a collaborative team.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.

Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

What We Offer

At Stantec, you'll be part of a global design consultancy with the agility and culture of a local team. We offer the opportunity to work on challenging and meaningful projects, collaborate with industry‑leading specialists, and develop your career within one of the world's most respected engineering consultancies.

• A diverse project portfolio across multiple sectors.
• Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Access to industry‑leading technical expertise and global knowledge networks.
• A collaborative and inclusive team culture where your contribution is valued.
• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
• Mental Health, Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Programs

Primary Location: Australia-New South Wales-St. Leonards

Employee Status: Regular

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Travel: No

Schedule: Full-time

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

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