Senior Civil Engineer

Kbr; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR in Adelaide seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to lead and deliver civil infrastructure projects across land development and buildings, mentoring teams and guiding client engagements.

You will excel in design leadership, stakeholder communication and delivering high-quality outputs in compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering (Civil or equivalent) with 7+ years’ experience.
• Chartered Engineer (CPEng) with Engineers Australia.
• Experience delivering infrastructure projects across land development and/or building civil works.
• Strong knowledge of Austroads, DIT and Australian Standards.
• Experience in an engineering consultancy environment.
• Proven ability to lead design outcomes and mentor team members.
• Strong understanding of commercial arrangements and project delivery.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to health, safety and quality.
• Australian Permanent Residency or Citizenship (Preferred for Defence related projects).

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and deliver civil infrastructure projects across land development and building civil works.
• Mentor junior engineers and review deliverables to ensure quality.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to proposals and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Commercial awareness

Team mentoring

Client relationships

Design leadership

Education

Engineering degree (Civil)

CPEng Chartered Engineer

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer

Senior Civil Engineer – Land Development & Buildings

Adelaide, SA | Defence & Civil Infrastructure

Are you a civil engineer experienced in delivering infrastructure projects across land development and building civil works—and ready to step into a role where you can truly lead and influence outcomes?

At KBR, we’re delivering projects that shape communities and support growth across South Australia, and we’re looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to bring their expertise, leadership and drive to our Adelaide team.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you’ll take ownership of the planning, design and deelivery of civil infrastructure projects across land development and building civil works. Working with a high-performing team, you’ll lead technical design, manage competing requirements, and contribute to projects delivered safely, on time and within budget.

You’ll be responsible for producing and overseeing high-quality design outputs, including calculations, specifications, reports and documentation, while ensuring compliance with Austroads, DIT and Australian Standards. From developing stormwater management plans to navigating complex design challenges, you’ll bring sound engineering judgement and innovation to every stage of delivery.

Beyond technical delivery, you’ll step into a key leadership role—mentoring junior engineers, guiding project teams and reviewing deliverables to ensure quality and consistency. You’ll also build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to project success through clear, well-structured proposals and reporting.

About You

You’re a confident and capable civil engineer who thrives on delivering complex infrastructure projects and leading teams to success. You bring a strong technical foundation, commercial awareness and a collaborative mindset.

• Degree in Engineering (Civil or equivalent) with 7+ years’ experience

• Chartered Engineer (CPEng) with Engineers Australia

• Demonstrated experience delivering infrastructure projects across land development and/or building civil works

• Strong knowledge of Austroads, DIT and Australian Standards

• Background within an engineering consultancy environment

• Proven ability to lead design outcomes and mentor team members

• Strong understanding of commercial arrangements and project delivery

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• A strong commitment to health, safety and quality

• Australian Permanent Residency or Citizenship (Preferred for Defence related projects).

Why Join Us?

At KBR, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team delivering some of Australia’s most complex infrastructure projects. We’re investing in the future of South Australia — and you’ll be at the heart of it. You’ll be part of shaping our local capability, contributing to our growth, and helping build a lasting impact in the region. We offer flexible work arrangements and clear pathways for professional growth, supporting both technical development and leadership capability. You’ll have access to tailored learning opportunities, mentoring, and a range of initiatives designed to help you progress in the direction that matters most to you.

KBR Values:

Our KBR Values - We Value Our People, We Deliver, We Are People of Integrity, We Empower, We Are a Team of Teams - embody our people centric organisation.

Our culture, and our genuine focus on our people is a major factor in our success and we want you to be part of our journey.