Senior Structural Engineer – Temporary Works
BG&E Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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We are seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis in either our Adelaide, Melbourne, or Perth office. This position is ideal for professionals with 7 to 15 years of experience, particularly those with a strong background in temporary works design, construction methodology, and sequencing.
About Us
BG&E is an innovative, employee-owned consulting engineering business. Our team of more than 700 highly skilled people, in 15 offices across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, the United Kingdom and Middle East, design and deliver engineering solutions for clients in the Property, Transport, Ports and Marine, Water, Renewables and Defence sectors.
We collaborate with leading contractors, developers, architects, planners, financiers and government agencies, to create projects that make a difference to people's lives.
Key Responsibilities
As a Structural Engineer in this role, you will:
* Lead the design and documentation of temporary works including formwork, falsework, shoring, propping, crane bases, and access platforms
* Develop and advise on construction methodologies and sequencing plans in consultation with site teams and contractors
* Undertake detailed analysis and structural design to ensure safety, compliance, and constructability
* Assess the behaviour and performance of materials under construction-stage conditions
* Prepare and review concept, schematic, and detailed temporary works designs
* Conduct site visits to perform inspections, support construction teams, and provide engineering guidance
* Collaborate with engineers, drafters, and consultants to deliver coordinated solutions
* Review technical reports, drawings, and design calculations for quality and accuracy
* Liaise with colleagues across our Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth, and other office locations to support cross-functional delivery
* Contribute to the preparation of high-quality construction and temporary works documentation
* Leverage your existing connections within the industry to help find opportunities and grow our business
* Prepare / Assist with the tendering and winning of work
* Liaise with clients, local authorities, and other project stakeholders as required for the delivery of projects
* Apply project management principles in carrying out assigned tasks and accomplish project deliverables to the required standard and in a timely manner
About You
* Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
* 7 to 15 years of experience in structural engineering, with a strong focus on temporary works and construction engineering
* Solid understanding of Australian standards and construction safety principles
* Skilled in structural analysis software and able to produce clear, accurate documentation
* Proven experience in developing practical, buildable solutions under site constraints
* Strong communication and coordination skills, particularly with site teams and contractors
* A proactive, hands-on approach to solving engineering challenges
* Have positive professional relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders in South Australia or proven experience in growing such relationships in another geography.
Life at BG&E
* Flexible working arrangements aimed at achieving real work life balance
* Competitive remuneration
* Generous leave arrangements
* Health and wellbeing support via confidential EAP program
Diversity and Equality
Equality is part of BG&E's DNA – it begins with our values and continues through our culture – and is fostered throughout our workplaces. We recognise and celebrate difference and encourage our people and potential candidates to be comfortable in bringing your complete self to work.
Wellbeing, Health and Safety
We ensure our people enjoy healthy workplaces, deploy practices that reduce risk, comply with workplace Health & Safety regulations, impose zero harm to the communities that we operate in and support each other so we can all go home to safely every day.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
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