Senior Civil Engineer

Ivory Group; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Employee wellness initiatives

Collaborative and inclusive culture

Opportunities for career progression

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy in Sydney is seeking a Senior Civil Stormwater Engineer. You will lead projects on stormwater and drainage systems, ensuring compliance and delivering innovative solutions. The ideal candidate has a degree in Civil Engineering and extensive experience in the field. The company offers a competitive salary, hybrid work options, and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Extensive and proven experience in stormwater and drainage engineering, ideally within a consultancy environment.
• Demonstrated project management and team leadership capabilities.
• CPEng or working towards chartered status is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of stormwater drainage systems.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring they are delivered on time.
• Liaise with clients to ensure design compliance.
• Prepare and review technical reports and documentation.

Skills

Stormwater and drainage engineering

Project management

Communication skills

Technical mentoring

Report writing

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

DRAINS

MUSIC

HECRAS

TUFLOW

Civil 3D

Job description

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Base pay range

A$130,000.00/yr - A$140,000.00/yr

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Recruitment Consultant @ Ivory Group | Civil, Geotechnical and EnvironmentalEngineering Talent Partner with Purpose & Precision

Join a company that empowers you to advance your career by leading top stormwater and drainage projects alongside some of the industry's top engineers.

• Gain exposure to end-to-end project delivery
• Be part of a company that values collaboration, integrity, and innovation
• Drive advanced and diverse stormwater solutions

ABOUT THE COMPANY.

This company is a leading multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy, committed to delivering innovative, sustainable, and practical solutions across civil, structural, environmental, and geotechnical engineering. With offices across Australia and a reputation built on technical excellence and strong client relationships, they work with both public and private sector clients on projects that shape communities and improve the built environment.

ABOUT THE POSITION.

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Civil Stormwater Engineer to join their growing Sydney-based team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced consultancy environment and is looking to step into a leadership position on stormwater and drainage projects of varying scales. You will work closely with project managers, design engineers, and clients to lead and deliver innovative stormwater management solutions across urban development, infrastructure, and local government sectors.

DUTIES.

• Lead the design and delivery of stormwater drainage systems, WSUD, and OSD projects.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality.
• Liaise with clients, councils, and regulatory authorities to ensure design compliance.
• Provide technical mentoring and support to junior engineers and designers.
• Prepare and review technical reports, modelling outputs, and detailed design documentation.
• Contribute to proposal writing, fee estimation, and business development activities.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE.

• A degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Extensive and proven experience in stormwater and drainage engineering, ideally within a consultancy environment.
• Proficiency in stormwater software (e.g., DRAINS, MUSIC, HECRAS, TUFLOW, Civil 3D)
• Strong understanding of Australian Standards, WSUD principles, and OSD guidelines
• Demonstrated project management and team leadership capabilities.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• CPEng or working towards chartered status is highly desirable.

CULTURE.

This company fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment where everyone is empowered to take ownership of their work. They value integrity, innovation, and continuous learning. Their structure encourages open communication and real involvement in decision-making. You’ll join a team that supports each other, celebrates wins, and takes pride in delivering quality outcomes for clients and communities.

BENEFITS.

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Employee wellness initiatives
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture
• Opportunities for career progression in a growing national consultancy

HOW TO APPLY.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Consulting, and Design

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting and Civil Engineering

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