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Lead civil engineer

Brisbane
Tetra Tech
Civil Engineer
Posted: 14 September
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About The Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Civil Engineer to join our active East Coast Engineering team. Reporting to the General Manager Engineering, you'll lead a small but high-performing team of civil and structural engineers and drafters, delivering an expanded service offering of specialist engineering, design and project delivery services for clients and projects across the region. This is an exciting opportunity for an independent and technically capable engineer who is solution focused. The objective is to grow the business by offering complementary services to existing clients, and organically establish new client relationships. You should be someone who thrives on collaboration, innovation, and team development. You'll play a key role in guiding clients through projects from concept through to operation.


Key Responsibilities

* Diligently pursue excellence in project delivery across various sectors (e.g. mining, energy, utilities, transport, infrastructure)
* Support civil engineering and designs produced by the business
* Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers and drafters
* Support project design, coordination, quality control, and client liaison
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders, clients, and authorities to drive project success
* Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement


About You

* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
* RPEQ registration (or eligibility) highly desirable.
* Minimum 10 years of civil engineering experience, including team leadership or project management responsibilities.
* Excellent communication skills and a collaborative leadership style.
* Strong technical knowledge across civil design disciplines – earthworks, roads, drainage, utilities, etc.
* Passionate about mentoring others and contributing to a positive team culture.
* Proficient with design software such as 12D, Civil 3D, or similar is preferred.


Why Join Us?

* Lead a close-knit and skilled team in a supportive workplace.
* Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a positive work–life balance.
* Work on a range of interesting and impactful civil infrastructure projects.
* Career development opportunities within a growing organisation, both nationally and internationally.
* Centrally located Brisbane office with modern amenities.


The Other Perks

* Work-Life balance: Flexible work arrangements, tailored hours, study breaks, and leave purchase plans, allowing you to enjoy up to 8 weeks of annual leave per year.
* Diverse project opportunities: Work on a wide range of projects across various clients and sectors.
* Professional growth: Ongoing development opportunities, including coaching from our technical experts and support for professional memberships.
* Recognition & rewards: Reward and recognition program that celebrates contributions and achievements.
* Employee ownership: Employee stock purchase plan and share in the company's success.
* Paid parental leave: Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary caregivers.
* Wellbeing support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to all staff and their immediate families.
* Travel & vehicle benefits: Travel discounts and novated vehicle leasing options.


About Us

Every day, our people come together to solve complex challenges for our clients. With 30,000 employees in 550 offices in 125 countries on 7 continents, Tetra Tech has the resources of a multi-billion-dollar company and can move at the speed of a 20-person office. Tetra Tech provides high-end engineering, environmental and project management consulting services in Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea.


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