Principal Hydraulic Engineer, Buildings (Australia)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; St Leonards; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Extended leave

Learning programs

Mentoring

Insurance

Wellbeing program

EAP

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. in Australia seeks a Principal Hydraulic Engineer to lead hydraulic building services design across data centres, healthcare, education and high‑rise projects.

You will manage client-facing delivery from concept to construction, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams. Based in Australia (Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne or Perth), you will develop designs, supervise associates, ensure compliance with standards, and contribute to business development while

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Engineering (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in hydraulic building services design within a consultancy environment.
• Strong technical understanding of design and construction processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and make sound business decisions.
• Well-developed communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to prioritise, multitask, and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Ideally, you bring an existing industry network or the ability to build one quickly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop hydraulic building services designs, including water supply, sewerage, stormwater, and gas systems.
• Lead client-facing project delivery from concept through to construction.
• Prepare technical documentation, designs, specifications, and tender packages.
• Undertake site inspections, defect reporting, and respond to RFIs during construction.
• Manage competing priorities to meet project deadlines and client expectations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development.
• Ensure compliance with Australian Standards and Building Codes (support provided for NZ candidates transitioning to AU standards).
• Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Multitasking

Client engagement

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Principal Hydraulic Engineer, Buildings (Australia) - ( 260000G0 )

About the role

We are specifically seeking Australian citizens, residents and New Zealand citizens who are open to making the move to Australia and continuing (or advancing) their career within a leading global consultancy.

This role can be based in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne or Perth.

You will lead the delivery of a diverse portfolio of projects across sectors such as data centres, healthcare, defence, high‑rise, education, and major refurbishments. Currently we have a strong and diverse pipeline of work across our key sectors and this role will give the opportunity for the right candidate to expand and grow our pipeline of hydraulics work.

Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you’ll be responsible for ensuring projects are well‑designed, thoroughly reviewed, and delivered to a high standard. You’ll also play an important role in client engagement and expanding our presence in the market.

Key responsibilities

• Develop hydraulic building services designs, including water supply, sewerage, stormwater, and gas systems
• Lead client‑facing project delivery from concept through to construction
• Prepare technical documentation, designs, specifications, and tender packages
• Undertake site inspections, defect reporting, and respond to RFIs during construction
• Manage competing priorities to meet project deadlines and client expectations
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development
• Ensure compliance with Australian Standards and Building Codes (support provided for NZ candidates transitioning to AU standards)
• Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence

About you

• Degree qualified in Engineering (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in hydraulic building services design within a consultancy environment
• Strong technical understanding of design and construction processes
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and make sound business decisions
• Well-developed communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to prioritise, multitask, and deliver high‑quality outcomes
• Ideally, you bring an existing industry network or the ability to build one quickly
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Why relocate to Australia?

• Opportunity to work on larger‑scale and highly complex projects across Australia
• Join a globally recognised consultancy with strong career growth pathways
• Be part of a collaborative, high‑performing team with a strong pipeline of work

If you’re a New Zealand citizen ready to take the next step in your career and explore opportunities in Australia, we’d love to hear from you.

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

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
• Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
• Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
• A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
• Professional Memberships
• Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employee Assistance Program

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

Other Locations : Australia-Victoria-Melbourne, Australia-Queensland-South Brisbane, Australia-Western Australia-Perth

Organization : BC-3010 Buildings-AU Queensland

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