Senior Structural Engineer

Arcos Group; Sunshine Coast Regional; In loco; AUD 120.000 - 180.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Arcos Group on the Sunshine Coast seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead projects end-to-end, mentor junior staff, and engage directly with clients and stakeholders. This role focuses on residential, commercial, and industrial structures with opportunities for site visits and client meetings.

You will collaborate with the Structural Team Lead to ensure technical excellence and deliver high-quality outcomes across a varied portfolio while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (structural) is required.
• CPEng and/or RPEQ qualification or in progress is preferred.
• Engineers Australia membership is desirable.
• Minimum 5 years of structural engineering experience in an Australian consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of NCC, Australian Standards and engineering legislation.

Mansioni

• Prepare structural designs, calculations, and reports for a varied project portfolio.
• Provide technical direction in planning and design of complex structural projects.
• Develop concepts, tender and detailed design deliverables.
• Review drafting to maintain accuracy and quality.
• Contribute to tender submissions and fee proposals.
• Utilise and maintain project management and reporting systems.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers within the structural team.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and authorities.
• Prioritise workloads and manage deadlines without compromising quality.

Conoscenze

Client engagement

Mentoring

Communication

Budgeting

Time management

Formazione

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (structural)

CPEng and/or RPEQ in progress

Engineers Australia membership

Strumenti

Structural analysis software

MS Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Arcos Group is a collaborative engineering firm delivering integrated Structural, Geotechnical, and Civil engineering services across South East Queensland. Our team works across a diverse portfolio — from residential and commercial buildings through to industrial facilities, civil infrastructure, and project management. We pride ourselves on innovative, cost-effective solutions delivered to the highest standards.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is a pivotal senior role within our Structural team, supporting the Structural Team Lead to manage projects end-to-end while driving technical excellence and mentoring the next generation of engineers. You will bring a depth of experience across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, with the confidence to engage directly with clients and stakeholders to deliver exceptional outcomes.

You will be primarily office-based on the Sunshine Coast, with occasional site visits, inspections, and client meetings as required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• – Prepare structural engineering designs, detailed calculations, and technical reports across a varied project portfolio
• – Provide technical direction in the planning and design of complex structural projects
• – Develop concepts, tender, and detailed design deliverables
• – Support and review drafting to maintain accuracy and quality
• – Contribute to tender submissions and fee proposals
• – Utilise and maintain internal project management and reporting systems
• – Mentor, supervise, and develop junior and graduate engineers within the structural team
• – Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, local authorities, government bodies, and commercial stakeholders
• – Prioritise workloads and manage competing deadlines without compromising quality or client satisfaction

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• – Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (specialising in structural engineering)
• – CPEng and RPEQ qualified, or actively preparing the submission toward these credentials
• – Membership of Engineers Australia
• – Minimum 5 years of experience in structural engineering within an Australian consultancy
• – Demonstrated knowledge across residential, commercial, reinforced concrete, structural steel, post-tensioned concrete, timber, and masonry structures
• – Thorough knowledge of the National Construction Code (NCC), relevant Australian Standards, and engineering legislation
• – Proficiency in structural analysis software and the Microsoft Office suite
• – Excellent written and verbal communication skills — able to present technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• – Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• – High attention to detail and sound analytical problem-solving capability
• – Experience across civil and geotechnical disciplines (beneficial but not essential)
• – Familiarity with project management principles and client-facing business development