Senior Civil Engineer

Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd.; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation top-up 2.5%

Income protection

Parental leave

Additional leave days

Novated leasing

Hybrid working

Well-being initiatives

Training & development

Job summary

KCB Australia Pty Ltd, a multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy, is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer in Brisbane to lead tailings storage, dam and water infrastructure projects. You will mentor junior engineers, steer technical delivery, and collaborate with geotechnical, hydrology, and structural teams to deliver integrated designs.

Join a culture focused on Passion, Integrity and Excellence, with hybrid working and opportunities to influence major projects while advancing your professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering.
• NER / CPEng / RPEQ certification or eligibility to apply within 12 months of joining.
• At least 8-10 years experience in civil engineering, with a focus on major projects
• Experience in earthworks, drainage, and water infrastructure projects; dams, embankments, or tailings facilities experience is highly regarded.
• Sound engineering judgement and lead technical delivery across multidisciplinary projects.
• Strong project delivery and coordination capability, including planning, prioritising, and overseeing packages of work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of civil engineering scopes for large tailings storage and water dam projects.
• Direct and mentor civil designers and junior engineers, while remaining actively involved in key project decisions.
• Lead, contribute to, and review engineering deliverables, including specifications, reports, drawings, and material take-offs.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure an integrated and efficient design process.
• Contribute to development of scopes of service and proposals, including defining deliverables and estimating effort.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Project delivery

Multidisciplinary coordination

Client interface

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Job description

At KCB, our purpose is Sustaining the Future. We bring this purpose to life through practical, risk‑informed solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. Guided by our values of Passion, Integrity, and Excellence, we focus on building trusted relationships, delivering high‑quality work, and supporting our clients and communities over the long term.

We have a thriving team of talented, passionate, high‑integrity people delivering technical excellence across mining, dams, water, and civil infrastructure projects. We draw on a broad range of geoscience and engineering capabilities and offer the benefits of a global consultancy paired with the agility, flexibility, and direct access to senior leadership that larger firms often struggle to provide.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re growing our Brisbane engineering team and are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer who is motivated by solving complex problems, leading technical delivery, and contributing to projects that matter. This is an opportunity to take ownership of challenging tailings, dam, and hydropower projects—shaping technical outcomes, influencing design decisions, and working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams. You will play a key role in delivering high‑quality engineering solutions while mentoring others and contributing to a strong, collaborative team culture.

What You Will Do

• Lead the planning and delivery of civil engineering scopes for large tailings storage and water dam projects.
• Direct and mentor civil designers and junior engineers, while remaining actively involved in key project decisions.
• Lead, contribute to, and review engineering deliverables, including specifications, reports, drawings, and material take-offs.
• Coordinate and work with multidisciplinary teams (geotechnical, surface water, hydrogeology, mechanical, structural etc.) to ensure an integrated and efficient design process.
• Contribute to and lead the development of scopes of service and proposals, including defining deliverables, estimating effort, and supporting work‑winning activities.
• Act as a primary interface with clients, leading meetings and presenting technical outcomes, design decisions, and project updates.
• Oversee project execution by managing priorities, resources, and deliverables, while stepping in where needed to support technical delivery and resolve challenges.
• Contribute to project planning and commercial performance, including cost control, risk management, and overall delivery strategy.
• Operate within and in accordance with KCB’s H&S guidelines and Quality Management System. KCB promotes Zero Harm in the workplace and has a culture of safety awareness.

What You Bring

• Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering.
• NER / CPEng / RPEQ certification or eligibility to apply within 12 months of joining.
• At least 8-10 years experience in civil engineering, with a focus on major projects
• A strong grounding in civil engineering design, with significant experience in earthworks, drainage, and water infrastructure projects; experience with dams, embankments, or tailings facilities is highly regarded. An understanding or experience in geotechnical engineering and or surface water engineering is highly regarded.
• Demonstrated ability to apply sound engineering judgement and lead technical delivery across multidisciplinary projects.
• Strong project delivery and coordination capability, including planning, prioritising, and overseeing packages of work to meet scope, schedule, and quality objectives.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing and reviewing technical reports, specifications, and client correspondence.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentorship skills, with the ability to guide junior engineers, support team development, and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams, including acting as a key interface on major projects.
• A solid grounding in civil engineering design within a consulting or design office environment is essential.
• You are a confident communicator with strong organisational capability, able to manage competing priorities while maintaining a focus on safety, quality, and technical excellence.

What We Offer In Addition To An Exciting Role

• Additional Superannuation: 2.5% extra to secure your future.
• Income Protection Insurance: Peace of mind for you and your family.
• Parental and Volunteer Leave: Support for your personal and community commitments.
• Option to Purchase up to 15 additional annual leave days per annum.
• Novated Leasing: Flexible vehicle leasing options.
• Hybrid Working Policy: Balance work and life with our flexible approach.
• Social and Mental Well‑being Initiatives: Programs to support your overall well‑being.
• Training and Development Opportunities: Continuous growth and learning.

Additional incentives may be available dependent on the performance of the company, business unit and individual.

We encourage you to upload your resume and cover letter (maximum 200 words) online.

• Address your application to Richard Lumb, Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Specialist; and
• Identify one responsibility of the role that you anticipate will be the most challenging, and outline how you would approach it.

For further information, contact

Richard Lumb | Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Specialist
07 3518 0925

About Us

KCB Australia Pty Ltd (KCB) is a multi‑disciplinary consulting firm providing engineering, geoscience and environmental services globally. We offer a full range of services from our offices in Australia, Canada, USA, UK, Brazil and Peru. Read more about us here www.klohn.com.

We respect the uniqueness that makes you, you. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from all qualified career seekers. KCB is an Australian Business Awards Employer of Choice recipient (2015-2025).

KCB is an award‑winning multidisciplinary engineering, geoscience, and environmental consulting firm grounded in Passion, Integrity, and Excellence. With teams across North America, South America, Australasia, and Europe we collaborate globally to solve complex challenges.