Structural Engineering Manager

Engineering Design Global Enterprises Pty Ltd; Maroochydore; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE Consulting Engineers is seeking a Structural Engineering Manager to lead the Sunshine Coast structural team in Maroochydore. You will drive people and technical performance while shaping strategy and growth for the office.

The role requires a degree in Structural Engineering with 5+ years in consulting, proven leadership, and Chartered status or near Chartered with Engineers Australia. Relocation assistance is available and the salary ranges from $170k to $220k DOE.

Qualifications

• Degree in Structural Engineering is required.
• 5+ years in consulting.
• Leadership experience as Structural Manager or senior engineer.
• Experience managing structural engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of Australian building structures.
• Commercial awareness and financial acumen.
• Confident client-facing capability.
• Chartered (or near Chartered) status with Engineers Australia.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Engineers, Senior Engineers, and Graduates within the Sunshine Coast structural team.
• Drive accountability, engagement, and high performance; lead performance and remuneration reviews.
• Provide senior review and guidance on high-risk or high-value work; ensure QA and technical excellence.
• Forecast workload, resourcing, and staffing requirements; contribute to fee proposals and commercial strategy.
• Maintain and strengthen key client relationships; represent EDGE in industry forums and stakeholder meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Client facing

Team management

Australian building structures

Commercial awareness

Chartered status

Education

Degree in Structural Engineering

Job description

Engineering Design Global Enterprises Pty Ltd – Maroochydore QLD

Build influence. Shape a high-performing team. Enjoy the Sunshine Coast lifestyle — without compromising your career trajectory.

Structural Engineering Manager

EDGE Consulting Engineers

Lead Structures. Lead People. Live Well.

Build influence. Shape a high-performing team. Enjoy the Sunshine Coast lifestyle — without compromising your career trajectory.

The Opportunity

EDGE Consulting Engineers is an Australian-owned Structural and Civil Engineering consultancy experiencing strong national growth across Queensland, ACT, and Australia-wide, with select international exposure.

We are seeking an experienced Structural Manager to lead our Sunshine Coast (Maroochydore) structural team.

This is a genuine senior leadership role — responsible for people, performance, technical excellence, and business outcomes — with the autonomy and influence to shape the future of the office.

If you’re currently navigating congestion, corporate layers, or relentless utilisation pressure — and you’re ready for leadership with balance — this role offers a different pace without sacrificing impact.

Why EDGE

At EDGE, leadership is built on trust, accountability, and performance — not hierarchy.

As Structural Manager, you will:

• Lead and grow the Sunshine Coast structural function

• Own team performance, delivery standards, and culture

• Influence strategy through direct access to Directors

• Drive financial performance and sustainable growth

• Shape recruitment, succession, and long-term capability

You’ll operate within a nationally connected business supported by strong QA systems, operational frameworks, and cross-office collaboration.

This is leadership with backing — not leadership in isolation.

Lifestyle Without Compromise

Based in Maroochydore, you’ll enjoy:

• Short commutes and genuine work–life balance

• Beach, cafés, and schools minutes from the office

• A relaxed coastal environment without sacrificing project calibre

• A community designed for long-term living

Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

The Role

Reporting to the Directors, you will lead the day-to-day operation and strategic direction of the Sunshine Coast structural team.

Your focus will span:

Leadership & Culture

• Develop and mentor Engineers, Senior Engineers, and Graduates

• Drive accountability, engagement, and high performance

• Lead performance and remuneration reviews

• Support recruitment and succession planning

Technical Oversight

• Maintain oversight of complex structural building projects

• Ensure QA standards and technical excellence are upheld

• Provide senior review and guidance on high-risk or high-value work

Commercial & Operational Performance

• Manage financial targets and team profitability

• Forecast workload, resourcing, and staffing requirements

• Contribute to fee proposals and commercial strategy

• Report performance metrics to Directors

Client & Growth

• Maintain and strengthen key client relationships

• Represent EDGE in industry forums and stakeholder meetings

• Support long-term business development and continuity

You will remain technically credible — while leading strategically.

About You

You are a leader first, structural engineer always.

You bring:

• Degree qualification in Structural Engineering

• 5+ years’ experience within consulting

• Proven leadership as a Structural Manager, Team Lead, or Senior Engineer

• Demonstrated experience managing structural engineering teams

• Strong knowledge of Australian building structures

• Commercial awareness and financial acumen

• Confident client‑facing capability

• Chartered (or near Chartered) status with Engineers Australia

Most importantly, you are motivated to build something enduring — not simply manage the status quo.

The Offer

• Senior leadership position

• Genuine autonomy and influence

• Australia-wide search

• Relocation assistance available

• Salary package: $170K – $220K (DOE)

Ready to Lead Differently?

This is a rare opportunity to step into true structural leadership, shape a growing regional team, influence national direction — and live where others holiday.

Applications close: 29 Sept 2026

Applicants must have full Australian working rights.

EDGE is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.

Unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.