The Opportunity
As a Principal Civil Engineer specialising in Bridges, Roads and Structures, you will play a key technical and leadership role in major transport infrastructure projects across North Queensland and beyond. You will provide senior technical oversight, lead project delivery, mentor engineers, and act as a trusted advisor to clients. This is a role for an experienced professional looking to influence outcomes at a strategic level while remaining technically engaged.
This role is based in WSP's Cairns office, with flexible work arrangements available.
What You'll Do
* Provide senior technical leadership across complex transport infrastructure projects.
* Act as a design authority, ensuring technical excellence, compliance, and risk management.
* Lead and review high‐quality technical reports, drawings, and design documentation.
* Manage and oversee small to medium projects, including scope, fees, programme, and resources.
* Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing trusted technical and commercial advice.
* Guide and mentor junior and mid‐level engineers, supporting capability building within the team.
* Collaborate across disciplines and regions to deliver integrated solutions.
* Drive safety, health, environment, and quality outcomes across all project activities.
* Contribute to business development through bids, tenders, and strategic opportunities.
What You'll Bring
* A degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline, with RPEQ.
* At least 15 years' experience delivering transport infrastructure projects, ideally within a consultancy environment.
* Strong expertise in bridges, roads, and structural civil engineering.
* In‐depth knowledge of Queensland TMR standards and approval processes.
* Proven ability to provide technical leadership and independent engineering judgement.
* Experience managing projects, including budget, programme, and client expectations.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
* A collaborative leadership style and a strong commitment to quality and safety.
Benefits
* Employee Share Purchase Plan available to all permanent employees.
* Health, wellbeing, and development support with a range of benefits designed to sustain your career.
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