Senior Civil Engineer

Mott MacDonald; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile work atmosphere

Performance bonuses

Life and salary continuance insurance

Extra annual leave

Inclusive networks

Job summary

Mott MacDonald in Sydney seeks a Senior Civil Engineer – Drainage and Flooding to lead drainage and flood risk work across water infrastructure for public and private clients.

You will collaborate with the NSW water design team while contributing to the national Australian Water group, with opportunities for leadership and business development.

Qualifications

• Degree in civil engineering with relevant professional experience in drainage, stormwater management and flood risk assessment.
• Experience in hydrologic and hydraulic modelling, flood studies and risk assessments using listed software.
• Experience preparing technical reports, calculations, specifications and design documentation.
• Working knowledge of Australian drainage and floodplain legislation, standards, guidelines and industry best practice.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and manage budgets, schedules and quality requirements.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with clients, authorities and stakeholders.
• Experience mentoring and supporting junior engineers across projects.

Responsibilities

• Apply and extend drainage and flooding expertise across water infrastructure projects.
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modelling, flood risk assessments, and stormwater design.
• Prepare technical reports and design documentation for projects from planning to delivery.
• Coordinate with clients, authorities and multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliant outcomes.
• Support project lifecycle from early planning through finalisation and delivery.

Skills

Drainage design

Stormwater management

Flood risk assessment

Hydraulic modelling

Client engagement

Mentoring

Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

Tools

TUFLOW

RORB

WBNM

HEC-RAS

DRAINS

12d

GIS tools

Job description

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy committed to delivering impactful work that shapes the future.

We are a team of over 20,000 experts working across the world in more than 50 countries.

We are proud to be part of an ever-changing global industry, delivering transformative work that’s defining our future. It’s our people who power that performance. As an employee-owned business, we invest in creating a space for everyone to feel safe and valued and empowered with the right tools and support.

Whether you want to pursue excellence in your specialism or broaden your experience with flexible roles across our business, you’ll be connected to a community of global experts championing you to be your best. Join us and shape your story with Mott MacDonald, where everyone has the opportunity to be brilliant.

Your opportunity

As a Senior Civil Engineer – Drainage and Flooding with a Civil Engineering Degree involved in a range of small to large projects from planning to construction, for a range of private and public clients. In this role, you’ll work closely with our New South Wales water design team while being part of our national Australian Water team. You will also assist in business development opportunities under the direction our team leaders, including proposal preparation.

You’ll make an impact by applying and extending your drainage and flooding expertise across water infrastructure and development projects, including land subdivisions, buildings, roads, rail and broader civil, utility and master planning works. You will contribute throughout the project lifecycle, from early planning and options assessment through to detailed design, delivery and finalisation. Your responsibilities will include hydrologic and hydraulic modelling, flood risk assessment, stormwater drainage design, preparation of technical reports and design documentation, liaison with clients and authorities, and coordination with multidisciplinary project teams to achieve practical, compliant outcomes.

We offer an excellent opportunity to strengthen your technical and leadership capabilities through hands-on delivery of drainage, stormwater and flood risk management projects. As the business grows, you will have clear opportunities for career progression and to help develop our drainage and flooding capability. For those seeking a broader career path, the role can also include project management, business development, team leadership, mentoring and resource management responsibilities.

About You

You are an experienced civil engineer with a strong background in drainage, stormwater management and flood risk assessment. You will be looking to advance your career within a multidisciplinary team, delivering practical and technically robust solutions for public- and private-sector clients. You will bring sound engineering judgement, clear communication skills and experience working within the quality assurance and safety systems of a large consultancy. Key requirements for the role include:

• A degree in civil engineering or a related discipline, with relevant professional experience in drainage, stormwater management and flood risk assessment.
• Experience in hydrologic and hydraulic modelling, detailed flood studies and risk assessments for development and infrastructure projects, using software such as TUFLOW, RORB, WBNM, HEC‑RAS, DRAINS, 12d and GIS tools.
• Experience preparing technical reports, calculations, specifications and design documentation.
• Working knowledge of relevant Australian drainage and floodplain management legislation, standards, guidelines and industry best practice.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and manage budgets, schedules and quality requirements to support successful project delivery.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with experience engaging with clients, authorities and other stakeholders.
• Experience in mentoring and supporting junior engineers and sharing technical knowledge across project teams.

Culture & Benefits

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

• An agile work atmosphere that caters to your professional journey and life's special moments
• A competitive salary complemented by Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
• Comprehensive coverage including life and salary continuance insurance, providing peace of mind during uncertain times
• Opportunities to enhance your work-life balance through the option to purchase extra annual leave
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more

Employee ownership

• Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution.
• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.

You’ve got this!

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity,

Location(s):

Sydney, AU

Contract Type: Permanent

Work Pattern: Full Time

Market: Water

Discipline: Civil

Job Ref: 17412