Associate Civil Engineer – Water
Location: Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Take the Lead in Delivering Water Engineering Projects
Looking to take the next step in your engineering career?
Join Beca HunterH2O's national water team in Adelaide and lead impactful projects that support healthy and sustainable communities.
There's never been a more exciting time to be in South Australia.
We are developing an aspirational investment pipeline of critical infrastructure, including the Northern Water Supply Project, defence opportunities through the AUKUS partnership, housing, utilities, industrial decarbonisation and the River Torrens to Darlington Motorway – the state's largest infrastructure investment.
Work alongside over 300 passionate water specialists across Australia, New Zealand and Fiji, backed by Beca's 4,000+ multidisciplinary experts.
Our purpose is to make everyday better, guided by our values of partnership, tenacity, enjoyment and care.
About the Role
In this role you will utilise your expertise in civil engineering design to deliver conceptual, preliminary and detailed designs for a wide range of water-related projects.
We are looking for a Associate or Senior Associate Civil Engineer to join our multidisciplinary water team in Adelaide.
You'll take the lead on project engineering and management, providing solutions and service to clients both on site and remotely.
Key responsibilities include reviewing design requirements, conducting site investigations, performing calculations and modelling, overseeing drafting, and preparing reports and specifications.
You'll build strong client relationships, demonstrate a clear understanding of their core business needs, and contribute to an inclusive environment that values diversity, continuous improvement and professional growth.
About You
Looking for autonomy, career flexibility and purpose?
With strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset, you influence and drive successful outcomes for clients and the business.
You've delivered projects in a consulting environment, working across multi-disciplinary and multi-office teams.
You bring technical leadership, provide specialist advice and manage teams to deliver practical, economical solutions.
You're a clear communicator who enjoys mentoring others, fostering strong team performance and building lasting relationships.
Your Ideal Skills And Expertise
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related discipline
Extensive experience in water and wastewater treatment and/or conveyance design
Strong understanding of safety in design, constructability, operational practices, and relevant Australian standards and WSAA codes
Knowledge of risk management and ability to identify design-related risks
Experience managing medium to large engineering design projects
Commitment to working safely and within HSEQ systems
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate across disciplines
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
Willingness to travel occasionally as required
Ability to write successful bids for new and existing clients
What We Offer
Flexibility & Wellbeing – we recognise that work-life balance is unique and offer flexible working options, dedicated leave for wellbeing and community engagement.
Belonging & Ownership – join a diverse and inclusive team where collaboration and creativity thrive.
You may also enjoy our unique shareholder opportunities.
Parental Leave – up to 14 weeks of fully paid parental leave, inclusive of all genders.
Career Growth & Development – continuous learning, professional development through company training programmes, support for professional accreditation and pathways to Chartership with Engineers Australia.
Beca prides itself on supporting a diverse and inclusive culture – open to inputs from creative people of all genders, ethnicity, identity, thought and experiences.
Ready to make the move?
Apply now
If you want to make every day better, apply online today
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