Senior Structural Engineer — Landmark Building Projects (Sydney)

Mott MacDonald; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work atmosphere

Bonuses based on performance

Life and salary continuance insurance

Extra annual leave option

Inclusive networks and employee groups

Employee ownership

Job summary

Mott MacDonald in Sydney is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join our Buildings structures team. You will contribute to landmark projects across aviation, transport, education, and life sciences, delivering structural design from concept through to delivery.

You will take accountability for technical scope, program performance and client outcomes, collaborating with engineers, architects and consultants to drive innovative, sustainable solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong local experience in detailed design and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver landmark building projects across sectors including arts & culture, aviation, education, transport, civic, and life sciences.
• Take accountability for structural scope, resourcing, program performance, and commercial outcomes on major commissions.
• Collaborate with a diverse team of engineers, architects, and consultants to drive innovative, sustainable design solutions.
• Engage directly with clients, shaping project strategies and building long-term partnerships.
• Work on proposals and bids, actively engaging in the market with our key clients.
• Provide technical governance and peer review oversight across complex and high-risk projects, ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance with relevant standards and codes.
• Contribute to a workplace culture that values collaboration, creativity, and purpose-driven work.
• Actively engaged in driving technical excellence and the training and development of the team.

Job description

Mott MacDonald in Sydney is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join our Buildings structures team. You will contribute to landmark projects across aviation, transport, education, and life sciences, delivering structural design from concept through to delivery.

You will take accountability for technical scope, program performance and client outcomes, collaborating with engineers, architects and consultants to drive innovative, sustainable solutions.