Senior Communications Design Engineer

Junee Southern Cross; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Extra leave

Learning programs

Mentoring

Team environment

Professional memberships

Salary continuance

Mental health support

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Stantec in Canberra is seeking a Senior Civil Design Engineer to lead and deliver urban and transport infrastructure projects from concept to construction.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and ensure alignment with ACT standards while supporting professional development and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in consulting or senior engineer.
• Professional Engineering registration.
• Strong technical ability to produce accurate design documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Time management and organizational skills including resource management and delegation.
• Commitment to CPD and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage civil or transport infrastructure projects across roads, highways, utilities, and transport, ensuring high technical standards and commercial viability.
• Oversee project deliverables including pricing, bidding, client liaison, and coordination of drafting teams.
• Prepare conceptual and detailed design drawings in line with statutory requirements and quality standards.
• Provide specialist input into feasibility studies, civil design, and technical reporting.
• Build strong client relationships and manage scope changes to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Maintain direct engagement with clients throughout project lifecycles, including reporting and negotiations.

Skills

Civil design

Project management

Communication

CPD commitment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

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Stantec is expanding our Urban Development capability in the ACT, and we're looking for a Senior Civil Design Engineer to join our Canberra Urban or Transport teams. This role offers flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to contribute to some of the region's most impactful community development projects.

As a Senior Design Engineer, you'll play a key role in shaping communities through the design and delivery of urban and transport infrastructure projects covering roads, drainage, earthworks, and public spaces from concept through to construction. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, architects, and environmental scientists, you'll help create integrated environments that enhance liveability and sustainability.

As a senior member of the team, you'll also mentor junior engineers, support their technical development, and contribute to a culture of learning and innovation. We're looking for someone who's passionate about urban development and/or transport designs applying national and local ACT standards

At Stantec, we believe in empowering our people. You'll be supported in your professional growth and given opportunities to take ownership of your work, build strong client relationships, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Day to day tasks would involve:

• Lead and manage civil or transport infrastructure projects across roads, highways, utilities, and transport, ensuring high technical standards and commercial viability.
• Oversee project deliverables including pricing, bidding, client liaison, and coordination of drafting teams.
• Prepare conceptual and detailed design drawings in line with statutory requirements and quality standards.
• Provide specialist input into feasibility studies, civil design, and technical reporting.
• Build strong client relationships and manage scope changes to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Maintain direct engagement with clients throughout project lifecycles, including reporting, negotiations, and ensuring alignment with expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 5 years working experience in consulting field and/or recognised as a senior engineer in your current role.
• Professional Engineering registration.
• Strong technical expertise and ability to produce accurate design documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven experience in time management and organisational skills including the ability to manage resources and delegate tasks effectively.
• Ongoing commitment to professional development through self-study, training and seminars, and maintaining your Continual Professional Development (CPD)

What we offer

• Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
• Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
• Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
• Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
• A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
• Professional Memberships
• Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employee Assistance Program

Primary Location : Australia-Australian Capital Territory-Canberra

Organization : BC-3040 CommDev-AU New South Wales

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time