Senior Structural Engineer (Temporary Works) | 4-Day Work Week

Engineering Design Global Enterprises Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Chartered status support

Professional development

Flexible location options: Brisbane/SQ

Job summary

EDGE Consulting Engineers is growing and seeking a Senior Structural Engineer focused on temporary works. Join a team delivering complex projects with a genuine 4-day work week across Brisbane, Gold Coast, Tweed Heads or Sydney.

Youll mentor juniors, collaborate with senior engineers, and drive ownership from design through construction while upholding Australian standards and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and relevant charter status desirable.
• Proven experience in structural engineering with focus on temporary works.
• Strong knowledge of Australian design standards and local practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead temporary works design and delivery across projects.
• Collaborate with contractors and project teams for safe, buildable solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team growth.
• Engage in both design and construction phases to ensure quality.

Skills

Temporary works design

Structural engineering

Australian Standards knowledge

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Industry-standard design software

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer (Temporary Works) | 4-Day Work Week

Engineering Design Global Enterprises Pty Ltd – Woolloongabba QLD

Senior Structural Engineer (Temporary Works) | 4-Day Work Week | Brisbane, Gold Coast, Tweed Heads or Sydney

Build great projects. Have a life outside work.

EDGE Consulting Engineers is growing, and we're looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to join our Temporary Works team.

This is an opportunity to work on complex and challenging projects, collaborate with experienced technical leaders, and take the next step in your career, all while enjoying a genuine 4-day work week.

Whether you're based in Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Tweed Heads or Sydney, you'll be joining a business that values technical excellence without expecting work to come at the expense of your personal life.

Why Engineers Join EDGE

• 4-day work week
• Competitive salary package
• Work from Brisbane, Gold Coast, Tweed Heads or Sydney
• Complex and technically challenging temporary works projects
• Direct access to experienced technical leaders
• Strong pathway toward Principal and leadership positions
• Chartership support and ongoing professional development
• A collaborative team that genuinely enjoys working together
• Involvement throughout both design and construction phases

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for a Structural Engineer with temporary works experience who enjoys solving complex construction challenges and wants greater ownership of projects.

You will work closely with contractors, project teams and senior engineers to deliver practical, safe and buildable temporary works solutions across a diverse range of projects.

You will also play an important role in mentoring junior engineers and helping shape the growth of the team.

About You

You'll bring:

• Degree qualifications in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Experience in structural engineering and temporary works design
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards and local design practices
• Temporary works experience across construction and engineering projects
• Experience using industry-standard structural design software
• Chartered status or a desire to achieve it
• Strong communication skills and commercial awareness

More Time for What Matters

We're serious about flexibility.

A permanent 4-day work week means more time for family, travel, fitness, hobbies, weekends away, or simply having a day back for yourself every week.

It's a benefit our people value highly, and one we're proud to offer.

About EDGE

EDGE Consulting Engineers is an Australian-owned structural and civil consultancy delivering projects across Australia and internationally.

We're building a team of ambitious engineers who want interesting work, strong career opportunities, and a workplace that recognises there is more to life than work.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights.