National Civil Engineering Director – Growth & Strategy

ADG Engineers; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus schemes

Parental leave

Long-service leave

Flexible working

Job summary

ADG Engineers, part of AtkinsRéalis, invites applications for a National Discipline Director – Civil based in Brisbane. You will lead civil growth, nurture relationships with Tier 1/2 contractors, and shape strategy for Australia-wide projects with Olympic-scale potential through 2032 and beyond.

We seek a credible civil engineering leader with Chartered status, 20+ years of experience, and a strong national network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (essential).
• Chartered status (CPEng) required or equivalent.
• 20+ years’ experience delivering and leading civil engineering outcomes with a strong personal brand.
• Proven experience building, scaling, and leading high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional growth and accountability for pipeline, revenue, and client development.
• Build and maintain senior relationships across the Australian market and major civil contractors.
• Develop and execute a regional business plan aligned to national strategy.
• Provide technical oversight and governance on complex infrastructure projects.
• Identify major opportunities leveraging AtkinsRéalis global capability.
• Mentor and develop engineers across the Australian business.
• Represent ADG in the market, strengthening brand and positioning.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic leadership

Client development

Commercial negotiation

Influencing capability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

ADG Engineers, part of AtkinsRéalis, invites applications for a National Discipline Director – Civil based in Brisbane. You will lead civil growth, nurture relationships with Tier 1/2 contractors, and shape strategy for Australia-wide projects with Olympic-scale potential through 2032 and beyond.

We seek a credible civil engineering leader with Chartered status, 20+ years of experience, and a strong national network.