Senior Civil Engineer, Water Infrastructure Lead

Stantec Australia; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional Registration support

Salary Packaging

Learning & Talent Development

Four weeks additional leave

Mental Health & Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Stantec in Brisbane is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join our water and wastewater team. You will lead multidisciplinary projects, shape design direction, and contribute to major infrastructure across Queensland and APAC.

You will mentor junior engineers, manage scopes, budgets, and schedules, and collaborate with clients including local authorities and government bodies. A strong track record in water/ wastewater systems is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Chartership / RPEQ achieved or actively working toward professional accreditation.
• 5–12 years’ experience in consulting or engineering roles within the water industry.
• Strong technical experience in potable water supply, gravity and pumped sewerage systems, and recycled water networks.
• Experience in water and wastewater treatment plants for regional and urban water authorities.
• Expertise with dealing with a range of clients and stakeholders including local authorities, government bodies and commercial companies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of multidisciplinary projects and the civil engineering direction of major water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Assist with developing and managing the project scope including cost estimates, budget, staffing and schedule.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Australia and the wider Asia pacific business.
• Partner with a diverse client base from local government, industry and private development.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, strengthening capability and fostering a high-performance, growth-oriented team culture.
• Lead by example, delivering all work in line with Stantec’s Core Values and commitment to excellence.

Skills

Lead multidisciplinary projects

Mentor junior engineers

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related

Chartership / RPEQ or pursuing

Job description

Stantec in Brisbane is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join our water and wastewater team. You will lead multidisciplinary projects, shape design direction, and contribute to major infrastructure across Queensland and APAC.

You will mentor junior engineers, manage scopes, budgets, and schedules, and collaborate with clients including local authorities and government bodies. A strong track record in water/ wastewater systems is essential.