Senior Civil Engineer RPEQ

MLEI Group; Gold Coast City; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse projects across AU

Experienced leadership

Professional development

Memberships and development

Job summary

MLEI Group on the Gold Coast is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to own projects from concept through design and construction support, building a leadership profile within a collaborative, technically strong team.

You will deliver civil design packages for land division, urban development, infrastructure and water management, mentor junior engineers, manage budgets, and drive business development. Queensland team growth offers a clear path to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is required or essential.
• Professional Engineering registration or Chartered status is desirable.
• 8+ years of local civil design experience.
• Proven track record in project delivery and client-facing roles.
• Proficiency in design and analysis software including 12D design, AutoCAD, DRAINS and MUSIC.
• Strong understanding of Australian Standards and NCC requirements.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to develop project scope of works and proposals.
• Demonstrated experience leading project teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver civil design packages for land division, urban development, infrastructure, general civil works, stormwater and wastewater management projects.
• Manage, maintain and grow trusted relationships with clients and project partners.
• Undertake project planning, including budgeting, financial management, resourcing and project deadlines.
• Contribute to technical excellence and innovation within the team.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers.
• Drive business development, fee proposals and project pipeline growth.

Skills

Civil design

Client relations

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered status desirable

Tools

12D design

AutoCAD

DRAINS

MUSIC

Job description

At MLEI, we believe the strength behind every outcome is the decisions behind it.

The best careers are built the same way. Through meaningful work, strong mentorship and the opportunity to contribute to projects that leave a lasting impact.

As a growing national consultancy, we are looking for motivated professionals who want to challenge themselves, develop their expertise and help shape how we work.

About the Role

We're looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to take ownership of projects from concept through to detailed design and construction support, while building a leadership profile within a collaborative, technically strong team.

This position is responsible for:

• Deliver civil design packages for land division, urban development, infrastructure, general civil works, stormwater and wastewater management projects
• Manage, maintain and grow trusted relationships with clients and project partners
• Undertake project planning, including budgeting, financial management, resourcing and project deadlines
• Contribute to technical excellence and innovation within the team
• Mentor and guide junior engineers
• Drive business development, fee proposals and project pipeline growth

Working closely with colleagues across the business, you will provide professional expertise, practical solutions and trusted support that helps our teams achieve outstanding outcomes. There's a genuine path to take on greater project and people leadership as our Queensland team continues to grow.

What We Offer

At MLEI, we are building a business where ambitious people can do meaningful work, developing their expertise and creating lasting impact. We offer opportunities to

• Contribute to diverse and rewarding projects across Australia and the region
• Work alongside experienced professionals and respected industry leaders
• Build technical, professional and leadership capability
• Access professional memberships and development opportunities
• Grow your career within a collaborative national business
• Develop meaningful client and industry relationships
• Explore new opportunities across disciplines, projects and locations
• Help shape the future of a growing consultancy with a clear vision for what is next

How we work

The quality of our work is shaped by the way we work together.

We back our people with trust, support and clear expectations. We take ownership of our decisions, communicate openly and work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and communities.

We value technical excellence, but we also value humility. Knowledge is shared, ideas are challenged respectfully and success is recognised as a team effort. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to building an environment where capable people can do meaningful work, develop their expertise and contribute with confidence.

About you

You are a technically proficient and relationship-driven engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality engineering outcomes.

What You Bring

To contribute confidently in this role, you will bring

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineering registration / Chartered status highly desirable
• 8+ years’ local civil design experience
• Proven track record in project delivery and client-facing roles
• Proficiency in design and analysis software including 12D design, AutoCAD, DRAINS and MUSIC
• Strong understanding of Australian Standards and NCC requirements
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills
• The ability to develop project scope of works and proposals
• Demonstrated experience leading project teams

Gold Coast

Level 1, 155 Varsity ParadeVarsity Lakes QLD 4227

Melbourne

Newcastle

Suite 21, 235 Darby StCooks Hill NSW 2300

Darwin

Suite 2A, Level 1/82 Smith StDarwin NT 0800