Senior Civil Engineer, Water Infrastructure – Lead Projects

Stantec; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Genuine flexible working arrangements

Learning and Talent Development

Up to four weeks additional leave

Professional Registration and Fees

Supportive team environment

Salary Packaging & SCI

Wellbeing programs & EAP

Recognition awards

Job summary

Stantec in Australia is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead water infrastructure projects in Queensland and APAC. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, manage scope, budgets and schedules, and collaborate with authorities, industry and developers to deliver high‑quality outcomes.

You will contribute locally from Brisbane while engaging in regional projects, mentoring junior staff, and promoting core values and excellence within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartership / RPEQ achieved or actively working toward professional accreditation.
• 5–12 years’ experience in consulting or engineering roles within the water industry, with a proven track record.
• 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 is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of multidisciplinary water and wastewater projects.
• Develop and manage project scope including cost estimates, budget, staffing and schedule.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Australia and the wider Asia Pacific region.
• Partner with diverse clients including local authorities, industry and developers.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering a high‑performance team culture.
• Lead by example with Stantec’s core values and excellence.

Skills

Project leadership

Budget & scheduling

Stakeholder collaboration

Mentoring juniors

Core values alignment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Stantec in Australia is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead water infrastructure projects in Queensland and APAC. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, manage scope, budgets and schedules, and collaborate with authorities, industry and developers to deliver high‑quality outcomes.

You will contribute locally from Brisbane while engaging in regional projects, mentoring junior staff, and promoting core values and excellence within a supportive team.