Role and Client OverviewOur client is a long standing utilities and infrastructure contractor with a strong focus on water, pump stations, wastewater & water supply construction, maintenance & service.What's On Offer$160k - $190k + Super + vehicleLong term projects and steady work flowWork on one of Sydney's leading projectsWest Sydney locationImmediate start datesGenuine career growthLarge scale infrastructure worksRole OverviewDue to an increase in projects they now need a Lead Design Engineer to work across a major works project.
This role supports high-complexity, high-value Tier 1 infrastructure projects, often interfacing with Sydney Water, Water NSW, or major contractors.
The Lead Design Engineer manages multi-disciplinary engineering inputs, oversees end-to-end design lifecycle, and liaises closely with internal stakeholders, clients, and site teams to ensure best-for-project outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as Design Lead on Tier 1 or Tier 2 projects with civil/mech/structural integrationCoordinate internal and external consultants across all design stagesManage design scope, risks, and value engineering opportunitiesQA/QC and verification of engineering documents to utility standardsEngage directly with clients and Tier 1 builders on technical mattersContribute to capability uplift and process standardisationManage external and internal stakeholdersSelection Criteria10+ years of relevant engineering experience, including D&C; deliveryStrong background in Tier 1 or Tier 2 projectsDeep technical knowledge in civil infrastructure, mechanical piping, or structural concrete within the water industryCapable of verifying and signing off on engineering deliverables to major authority standardsStrong commercial and stakeholder management acumenIdeally chartered (CPEng) or actively working toward itDegree qualified mechanical engineerDesign & Build specializes in recruitment for the Construction, Engineering & Property industries on a national and international basis.
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Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted and your application will be treated as strictly confidential.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeIndustriesConstruction#J-18808-Ljbffr