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Principal civil engineer

Adelaide
WSP
Civil Engineer
Posted: 18 March
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Lead the delivery of Australia's next generation of transport infrastructure AtWSP, we don't just design transport networks – we help shape how communities move, connect and grow. With a strong pipeline of major transport infrastructure projects across Australia, we're seeking aPrincipal Civil Engineerto provide technical leadership, client influence and strategic direction across complex, multi‐disciplinary transport programs.This is a senior role for a respected civil engineering leader who thrives on solving complex problems, guiding teams, and delivering smarter, more sustainable outcomes for clients.Responsibilities As a Principal Civil Engineer in our Transport business, you will lead theend‐to‐end deliveryof significant transport infrastructure projects while shaping technical excellence, commercial outcomes and client relationships. Your role will include:Providing technical leadership across transport infrastructureplanning, design and delivery, including roads and associated civil worksLeading and reviewing complex engineering designs in line withDIT standards, Austroads and Australian StandardsActing as a trusted technical advisor to clients, regulators and internal stakeholdersDriving high‐quality project outcomes across scope, cost, time, quality and riskApplying strongproject management and governancecapability, with clear commercial and contractual awarenessLeading and supporting teams of engineers throughbidding, pursuits and project deliveryEstablishing and maintaining long‐term relationships with key transport clients and stakeholdersIdentifying smarter, more efficient and sustainable engineering solutions that challenge conventionChampioningSafety in Design, quality systems and ethical engineering practiceMentoring and developing engineers, building capability and future leaders within WSPAbout you You're an established transport infrastructure professional with the credibility to influence outcomes at project, client and organisational level. You bring:Adegree in Civil EngineeringwithChartered status (CPEng)or equivalentStrong experience in the Australian transport infrastructure sectorDeep technical capability across transport infrastructure design, planning and deliveryProven familiarity withDIT standards, Austroads and Australian StandardsDIT project experience(highly desirable)Demonstrated success leading technical teams across complex, multi‐disciplinary projectsStrongstrategic problem‐solvingskills and the ability to influence diverse stakeholdersExperience establishing and maintaining trusted relationships with key clientsSolid experience inproject management, governance and commercial decision‐makingA future‐focused mindset that actively challenges conventional thinking and seeks innovative, sustainable solutionsImagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP's collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and well‐being of our people, and the programs we've designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.With us, you can. Apply today.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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