Senior Civil Designer

Randstad; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad seeks a Senior Civil Designer (PO4) for a long-term contract up to October 2029. Based in the North Coast Region, you will lead the design of large-scale transport infrastructure projects from concept through implementation, reporting to the Principal Advisor (Design).

The role requires autonomy, strong collaboration, and mentoring across the design team, with duties including design modelling, governance conformance, and external consultant reviews.

Qualifications

• Two-year Dublin Accord accredited engineering degree or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience using 12D and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Develop and quantify transport infrastructure design models across all project phases.
• Use AutoCAD and 12D to conceptualize, investigate, and analyze design options.
• Ensure designs adhere to policies and governance standards.
• Assist in technical review of designs from external consultancies.
• Provide expert advice on corridor planning and project finalization.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to manage expectations.

Skills

Autonomy

Mentorship

Civil design

Stakeholder management

Education

Dublin Accord accredited degree or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

12D

Job description

Senior Civil Designer (PO4) - Long-Term Contract to Oct 2029!

Location: North Coast Region

Work Type: Contract / Temp (until October 2029)

Are you a highly skilled Senior Civil Designer looking for exceptional job stability, complex project work, and the autonomy to drive real outcomes?

We are partnering with a major government infrastructure authority to secure a Senior Civil Designer for a highly sought-after, long-term contract running until October 2029. Based in the North Coast Region, you will report to the Principal Advisor (Design) and play a pivotal role in shaping large-scale transport infrastructure projects from strategic planning through to implementation.

About the Role

In this autonomous but highly collaborative role, you will lead key components of the planning and design function to ensure transport infrastructure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Developing and quantifying transport infrastructure design models across all project phases (concept, development, and implementation).

• Utilizing AutoCAD and 12D software to conceptualize, investigate, and analyze optimal design options.

• Ensuring all designs adhere to strict policies, legislative frameworks, quality management procedures, and key governance standards.

• Assisting in the technical review of design drawings and documentation provided by external consultancies.

• Providing expert technical advice on corridor planning, program development, and project finalization.

• Building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to navigate challenges and manage expectations.

About You

You are a decisive and resilient civil design professional who thrives when taking accountability for your work. You know exactly when to work autonomously and when to elevate risks, and you enjoy mentoring and contributing to the capability development of your wider design team.

Mandatory Requirements:

• A minimum two-year, Dublin Accord accredited engineering degree (such as an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering) or recognized equivalent.

• A minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience using 12D and AutoCAD software.

• A current White Card.

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.