Senior Flood Engineer

The Constructive Collective; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Constructive Collective in Newcastle, NSW seeks a civil engineer with flood modelling expertise to run flood studies and lead design on urban renewal and rezoning projects. You will work directly with councils and clients to deliver defensible technical reports and shape flood planning outcomes.

We value mentoring, collaboration and hands-on experience with TUFLOW, DRAINS and QGIS, along with knowledge of NSW manuals. Be part of a locally focused consultancy building its flood capability.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil, Environmental or Water Engineering or a related discipline.
• Hands-on modelling experience with TUFLOW and DRAINS; experience with QGIS.
• Good knowledge of the NSW Floodplain Development Manual and ARR 2019.
• CPEng, or actively working towards it.
• Strong report writing skills and the ability to present to councils and clients.
• Collaborative approach and a genuine interest in mentoring others.

Responsibilities

• Run flood studies, flood impact assessments and floodplain risk management studies across land development, built form and road projects.
• Lead the flood design package on urban renewal and rezoning projects, including running hydrologic and hydraulic models.
• Work directly with councils, authorities and clients on flood planning matters.
• Prepare clear, defensible technical reports and advise the wider project team.
• Contribute to stormwater and broader civil design work.
• Mentor junior engineers and help build out the flood team.

Skills

Report writing

Mentoring

Collaboration

Presentation to councils

Education

Civil/Environmental/Water Engineering degree

CPEng (or pursuing)

Tools

TUFLOW

DRAINS

QGIS

Job description

The Constructive Collective – Newcastle NSW

17d ago , from The Constructive Collective

• A degree in Civil, Environmental or Water Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Solid hands‑on modelling experience with TUFLOW and DRAINS, plus QGIS.
• Good working knowledge of the NSW Floodplain Development Manual and ARR 2019.
• CPEng, or actively working towards it.
• Strong report writing skills and the confidence to present to councils and clients.
• A collaborative approach and a genuine interest in mentoring others.

About You

• A degree in Civil, Environmental or Water Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Solid hands‑on modelling experience with TUFLOW and DRAINS, plus QGIS.
• Good working knowledge of the NSW Floodplain Development Manual and ARR 2019.
• CPEng, or actively working towards it.
• Strong report writing skills and the confidence to present to councils and clients.
• A collaborative approach and a genuine interest in mentoring others.

About the Role

• Run flood studies, flood impact assessments and floodplain risk management studies across land development, built form and road projects.
• Lead the flood design package on urban renewal and rezoning projects, including building and running the hydrologic and hydraulic models.
• Work directly with councils, authorities and clients on flood planning matters.
• Prepare clear, defensible technical reports and advise the wider project team.
• Contribute to stormwater and broader civil design work.
• Mentor junior engineers and help build out the flood team.

What's In It For You

• Ownership of the flood package on complex urban renewal and rezoning work.
• A varied project mix across land development, built form and roads.
• Exposure to stormwater and civil design alongside your flood work.
• A genuine hand in building the flood team as it grows.
• Direct contact with councils and clients, not just time behind the model.
• A locally focused consultancy with strong knowledge of the region.

About the Company

Our client is a Newcastle-based civil engineering consultancy that pairs an experienced team with a fresh, forward-thinking approach. With deep knowledge of local regulations and environmental conditions, they deliver practical, tailored solutions for clients across the region and are now building out their flood capability.

Australian Citizens & Permanent Residents ONLY

or a visa allowing full working rights in Australia.

Additional information

• Lead flood design on urban renewal and rezoning projects.
• Help shape and grow a developing flood team.
• Broaden your skills into stormwater and civil design.

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