Join us in shaping the future of urban development.
At Egis, we are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that fosters growth, creativity and collaboration.
We believe in embracing diversity and flexibility, offering generous parental leave, supporting flexible work practices and striving to create an environment where employees can connect, collaborate, grow and succeed.
Our team in Canberra consists of talented engineers and designers who work on innovative projects.
We have built a strong reputation in the region, delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.
This is a unique opportunity to join a highly regarded team and take your skills and career to the next level.
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join our Urban Development team in Canberra.
* Provide technical leadership and drive project delivery.
* Work closely with clients and internal stakeholders to deliver high-impact outcomes.
This role offers the chance to step into a visible, influential position within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead and deliver high-quality civil design solutions across a range of urban development projects.
2. Provide technical oversight and mentor junior engineers and designers.
3. Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and fee proposals.
4. Undertake and review detailed civil design, including earthworks, drainage, roads, pavements, utilities, and car parks.
5. Liaise closely with architects, landscape architects, planners, and other multidisciplinary teams.
6. Manage project meetings, client communication, and stakeholder engagement.
7. Oversee project management activities including reporting, risk management, and QA processes.
8. Support business development through bids, proposals, and maintaining strong client relationships.
9. Promote continuous improvement in engineering processes, design quality, and delivery.
What We Are Looking For
* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
* Chartered Engineer status (or eligible/near completion) with NER accreditation.
* 6+ years' experience in civil design preferably for land development, subdivisions, and greenfield/brownfield projects.
* Strong technical expertise with a deep understanding of relevant guidelines, Australian Standards, and Local Council Planning Schemes.
* Proficiency in civil design software such as AutoCAD, 12D, Drains, and Microsoft Project.
* Experience in QA processes, design reviews, and project coordination.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive client and stakeholder relationships.
Why Join Us
We offer a supportive environment that encourages both personal and professional growth, with a strong focus on work-life balance.
Egis is expanding in Australia and New Zealand and we are excited for you to join our growing team.
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