Principal Civil Designer

Randstad Pty; Brisbane; Presencial; AUD 140.000 - 200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Randstad is seeking a Principal Engineer/Designer (Civil) for a contract role in the Metropolitan Region to lead end-to-end design management on major transport infrastructure projects. You will mentor junior engineers and provide strategic technical support across transport sectors.

The role is a full-time contract through 30 April 2027, focused on governance, standards, and delivering value across corridors in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Formación

• Minimum 2-year Dublin Accord accredited engineering degree (Civil) or recognized equivalent.
• Current C-Class Driver's Licence.
• Demonstrated civil transport infrastructure planning, design competencies, and pre-construction design reviews.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and 12d Model.
• Ability to translate strategy into team work plans and manage stakeholder expectations.

Responsabilidades

• Lead planning and design projects across corridor planning, program development, delivery, and finalisation to deliver value-for-money outcomes.
• Provide high-level conceptual problem-solving, strategic guidance, and technical support across transport infrastructure.
• Ensure designs comply with legislation, policies, and quality management guidelines; review deliverables before construction.
• Build and sustain collaborative relationships with stakeholders to align expectations.
• Share expertise to develop team capabilities and drive best practice.

Conocimientos

Leadership & Strategy

Stakeholder engagement

Design management

Civil engineering background

Educación

Dublin Accord accredited engineering degree (Civil)

Herramientas

AutoCAD

12d Model

Descripción del empleo

Principal Engineer / Designer (Civil) | Contract Role

• Location: Metropolitan Region
• Work Type: Full-time (Contract until 30/04/2027)
• Classification: Engineering / Civil & Structural Engineering

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced Civil Engineer or Principal Designer looking to lead high-impact transport infrastructure projects across the Metropolitan Region?

We are recruiting on behalf of a premier public sector technical services unit dedicated to delivering world-class engineering, design, and infrastructure solutions. This team drives innovation, sustainability, and technical excellence to shape the region's transport network.

This contract position offers an exciting opportunity through to 30 April 2027, allowing you to spearhead complex design projects, mentor junior technical talent, and ensure high-value delivery across key transport corridors.

What You’ll Be Doing

• End-to-End Design Management: Lead planning and design projects across corridor planning, program development, delivery, and finalisation to deliver value-for-money outcomes.
• Technical & Strategic Advice: Provide high-level conceptual problem-solving, strategic guidance, and technical support across transport infrastructure functional areas.
• Governance & Standards: Ensure all designs comply with relevant legislation, policies, and quality management guidelines, reviewing design deliverables prior to construction and executing corrective actions where necessary.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and sustain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to align expectations and overcome technical challenges.
• Capability Building: Share expertise to develop team capabilities, establishing strategic work plans and driving best practice across the unit.

What You Need to Succeed

• Mandatory Qualification: A minimum 2-year Dublin Accord accredited engineering degree (e.g., Associate Degree in Engineering - Civil) or recognized equivalent.
• Licence: Current C-Class Driver's Licence.
• Technical Expertise: Demonstrated background in civil transport infrastructure planning, design competencies, and pre-construction design reviews.
• Software Skills: Proficiency with AutoCAD and 12d Model is highly regarded.
• Leadership & Strategy: Proven ability to manage stakeholder expectations, analyze complex risks, and translate broader strategic goals into team work plans.

Why Apply?

• Secure, long-term contract through 30/04/2027.
• Play a central role in shaping vital transport infrastructure across the Metropolitan Region.
• Join a progressive, collaborative, and diverse multidisciplinary team environment.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.