Principal Water Resources Engineer — Leadership & Projects

Egis Group; Newcastle City Council; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Flexible working

Career development

Mentoring and coaching

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Egis Group in Newcastle is seeking a Principal Water Resources Engineer to lead a diverse portfolio of water projects. You will guide technical solutions, manage client relationships, and mentor staff within a consultancy framework.

The role involves flood and water balance modelling, strategic direction for the Water Resources team, and a track record in delivering client-focused outcomes across Australia and internationally.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years’ professional experience with demonstrated leadership capabilities and exceptional technical expertise in water resources engineering within a consultancy environment.
• Relevant tertiary Engineering degree (Civil, Environmental, Chemical).
• CPEng (or willingness to obtain) high desired.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships, develop business and project manage.
• Proven leadership skills and a desire to train, guide and mentor less experienced engineers.
• Strong knowledge and application of local Australian standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Technical leadership of projects with client relationship management and project financials.
• Leading business development activities with new and existing clients.
• Conducting risk assessments and advising feasible solutions to clients.
• Apply flood modelling (hydrologic and hydraulic) and water balance modelling to assessments.
• Review and improve technical documentation; mentor junior team members.

Skills

Water resources engineering

Project leadership

Business development

Hydraulic modelling

Stakeholder management

Education

Civil or Environmental Engineering degree

CPEng (preferred)

Tools

Hydraulic modelling software

Job description

Egis Group in Newcastle is seeking a Principal Water Resources Engineer to lead a diverse portfolio of water projects. You will guide technical solutions, manage client relationships, and mentor staff within a consultancy framework.

The role involves flood and water balance modelling, strategic direction for the Water Resources team, and a track record in delivering client-focused outcomes across Australia and internationally.