Lead Civil Engineer (Minerals & Metals) – Tucson or Denver

Ausenco Pty Ltd.; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ausenco Pty Ltd. is seeking a Senior/Lead Civil Engineer to join their Minerals & Metals Business line in Colorado. The role involves leading civil engineering solutions for mining projects, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates will have a Civil Engineering degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience, with a focus on project delivery, quality, and innovative design solutions.

Benefits

Career advancement programs

Hybrid work model

Wellness benefits

Mentorship initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant industry experience in mining, energy, or infrastructure.
• Licensed Engineer within Arizona or Colorado preferred.
• Thorough understanding of civil design processes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design for mining and mineral processing projects.
• Manage teams and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for project integration.

Skills

Leadership

Hydrology

Communication

Problem-solving

Time Management

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

12D

Job description

Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 26 offices in 15 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

Our team in the US is growing. We are currently recruiting for a Senior/Lead Civil Engineer to join our Minerals & Metals Business line in the Tucson or Denver office. This person will work on several ongoing projects from our Tucson or Denver offices. In this leadership role for Civil Engineering, you will be responsible for delivering civil engineering solutions across a broad range of mining and mineral processing projects—covering greenfield developments, brownfield expansions, and infrastructure upgrades. You will lead the civil design team, ensuring the successful execution of engineering deliverables from concept through detailed design and into construction support. This role plays a critical part in project delivery, interfacing with clients, managing multidisciplinary coordination, and driving quality, safety, and innovation across civil scopes.

About the Role

• Lead the civil engineering design and delivery for mining and mineral processing projects including bulk earthworks, roadways, drainage systems, foundations, retaining structures, and site infrastructure.
• Manage and oversee civil engineering teams, including internal designers, drafters, and external consultants, to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables.
• Prepare and review technical documents such as calculations, reports, specifications, and construction drawings.
• Ensure civil engineering outputs comply with applicable codes, standards, environmental guidelines, and client requirements.
• Coordinate closely with structural, mechanical, electrical, and geotechnical teams to integrate design efforts across disciplines.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, HAZIDs, and constructability workshops.
• Support tendering processes, bid evaluations, and contractor engagement during execution phases.
• Provide mentorship and technical leadership to junior civil engineers and support talent development within the team.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of design practices, tools, and workflows.

About You

• Civil Engineering degree from a recognized engineering program
• Licensed Engineer within the State of Arizona or Colorado is preferred
• Minimum 10 years of relevant industry experience (i.e. mining, energy or infrastructure)
• Hydrology and hydraulics
• Thorough understanding of the design process including the application of civil design software packages.
• Previous design experience in bulk earthworks, site grading, storm drainage, access and haul roads and earth structures for large size projects.
• Ability to deal with competing priorities and manage time appropriately.
• Demonstrated leadership in project execution, multidisciplinary coordination, and client engagement.
• Previous experience leading, mentoring and motivating junior civil engineers
• Dedicated team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills; will be self-motivated, quick to deliver on projects
• Strong working knowledge of relevant civil codes and standards (e.g., ACI, ASTM, or local equivalents).
• Proficient in civil design software such as Civil 3D, AutoCAD, 12D, or similar platforms.
• Proven experience with drainage design, grading, road alignments, platforms, and construction detailing in heavy industrial environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to.

At Ausenco, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation.

If you're interested in this exciting role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. Beyond a competitive remuneration package we offer:

• Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities
• Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional life
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Join us and work a better way.

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