About the role
We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Principal/Principal Civil Engineer to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of iconic infrastructure and development projects across the Geelong region. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with strong local connections and a passion for delivering projects that positively impact the local community.
As a leader within our Community Development Group, you will be a key contributor to the success of our projects. You'll represent the company externally, building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, while providing clear direction and support to project teams to ensure quality outcomes, financial performance, and team morale.
This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of Victorian projects, including land development, subdivisions, commercial buildings, and public infrastructure.
We offer flexible work arrangements such as work from home, staggered hours, and other options to support work‐life balance.
Day to day tasks
* Lead multidisciplinary project teams, mentor junior engineers, and foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
* Build strong client relationships through proactive communication, quality service delivery, and strategic advocacy on project scope, timelines, and fees.
* Oversee the successful execution of civil engineering projects, ensuring technical quality, budget adherence, and client satisfaction.
* Provide advanced technical input, manage risk, and deliver innovative, practical solutions across complex civil engineering projects.
Qualifications
* Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
* Ideally, you should have 7 years of experience.
* CPEng and RPEQ qualifications are mandatory.
* Previous civil leadership experience working on civil projects, including stormwater, roads, land development, and council projects.
* Previous success in delivering large projects; demonstrated ability to maintain full control and understanding of the technical aspects of projects to manage technical risk.
* Ability to deliver and manage stakeholders in a complex environment, being accountable for client satisfaction by supporting the project team.
* Commercial acumen in managing resources and budgets.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Proven experience in time management and organisational skills, including the ability to manage resources and delegate tasks effectively.
What we offer
* Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements – work from home, school term contracts, job sharing and part‐time employment.
* Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
* Learning and Talent Development Programs – global programmes, online learning and on‐the‐job learning.
* Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others.
* A friendly team environment, dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high‐quality service and deliverables.
* Professional Memberships.
* Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI).
* Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs.
* Service Recognition Awards.
* Employee Assistance Program.
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. The company prohibits discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec complies with local, state and federal laws and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans.
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