Structural Engineering Manager – Canberra

Engineering Design Global Enterprises Pty Ltd; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE Consulting Engineers in Canberra is seeking an experienced Structural Manager to lead our residential team. You will oversee day-to-day operations, shape strategy, and ensure high-quality delivery across a busy portfolio.

You’ll develop people, manage client relationships, and drive workflow across the Canberra function with autonomy and support from Directors. The role combines leadership and technical oversight in a growing practice.

Qualifications

• Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• 7+ years' experience in residential structural consulting.
• Proven leadership as a Structural Manager, Team Lead, Senior Engineer, or similar.
• Experience managing residential engineering teams.
• Chartered status with Engineers Australia (or near Chartered).

Responsibilities

• Lead the Canberra residential structural function and grow the team.
• Own workflow and ensure clarity and efficiency.
• Strengthen client relationships and maintain communication.
• Manage financial targets and forecast workload.
• Represent EDGE in residential industry forums and stakeholder meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Commercial acumen

Education

Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Chartered status with Engineers Australia

Job description

Structural Engineering Manager - Canberra

EDGE Consulting Engineers Lead Residential. Lead People. Lead Clients.

Shape a high-performing residential structural team. Strengthen client relationships. Drive workflow, delivery, and culture across EDGE Canberra.

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.

With continued expansion in Canberra - and with future succession planning in mind - we are seeking an experienced Structural Manager to lead our Canberra team.

This is a genuine leadership role overseeing people, clients, workflow, and delivery across a busy residential portfolio. You will step into a position with real influence, ensuring the team operates smoothly, clients are supported, and residential projects move through the pipeline with clarity and consistency. We are looking for someone who is self driven, enthusiastic and looking for growth.

If you’re ready for a role where client management, team leadership, and residential structural expertise come together - this is your opportunity.

Why EDGE

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

As Residential Structural Manager, you will:

• Lead and grow the Canberra residential structural function

• Own workflow across the residential team, ensuring clarity and efficiency

• Strengthen client relationships and maintain consistent communication

• Drive delivery standards and residential QA outcomes

• Influence strategy through direct access to Directors

• Support recruitment and succession as the residential team continues to grow

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.

The Role

Integrating into the existing Residential and Commercial team you will lead the day-to-day operation and strategic direction of the Canberra residential 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 for long-term stability

Technical Oversight

• Maintain oversight of residential structural projects (single dwellings, extensions, townhouses, small multi-res)

• Ensure QA standards and technical excellence are upheld

• Provide senior review and guidance on complex or high-risk residential 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 & Workflow Management

• Maintain and strengthen key residential client relationships

• Oversee workflow through the team to ensure timely delivery

• Resolve client issues with clarity and confidence

• Represent EDGE in residential industry forums and stakeholder meetings

You will remain technically credible - while leading strategically.

About You

You are a leader first, residential structural engineer always.

You bring:

• Degree qualification in Structural or Civil Engineering

• 7+ years' experience in residential structural consulting

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

• Demonstrated experience managing residential engineering teams

• Strong knowledge of Australian residential 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

• Succession pathway for long-term stability

• Salary package: $120K - $160K (DOE)

Ready to Lead Residential Differently

This is a rare opportunity to step into true residential leadership, shape a growing Canberra team, strengthen client relationships, and ensure workflow excellence across a busy residential portfolio.

Applications close: 29 Oct 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.