Structural Manager – Sunshine Coast (Maroochydore)
Relocation Support Available for the Right Candidate
Tired of the capital-city grind?
Endless commutes.
High pressure, low lifestyle return.
What if your next leadership role came with real autonomy, a high-performing team — and the beach five minutes from the office?
EDGE Consulting Engineers is offering a rare opportunity for an experienced Structural Manager ready to step into a career-defining leadership role on the Sunshine Coast (Maroochydore).
And yes — we welcome candidates from anywhere in Australia. Relocation support is available for the right person.
About EDGE
EDGE Consulting Engineers is an Australian-owned Structural and Civil Engineering consultancy experiencing strong national growth across QLD, ACT, and Australia-wide, with select global client exposure.
With 170+ professionals across Australia, New Zealand, Asia, the Middle East and the UK, EDGE delivers ambitious structural solutions — with a culture that values both performance and people.
Why This Role (and Why Now)
This is a senior leadership opportunity for a structural engineer ready to take ownership of:
* People
* Projects
* Delivery standards
* Long-term team growth
You'll have genuine influence, direct access to Directors, and the opportunity to shape and grow the Sunshine Coast structural function — without sacrificing lifestyle.
Relocate to the Sunshine Coast
Based in Maroochydore (1.5 hours north of Brisbane), this role offers:
* Morning swims or surfs before work
* Short commutes and real breathing space
* Cafés, coastal walks, and schools minutes from the office
* A lifestyle that doesn't revolve around traffic
Whether you're coming from Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane — or further afield — this is a chance to combine leadership progression with lifestyle upgrade.
Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.
What You'll Enjoy at EDGE
* Senior leadership role with genuine autonomy
* Ownership of team performance, culture, and delivery
* Direct access to Directors and national leadership
* Strong QA systems and operational support
* Cross-office collaboration and national project exposure
* Flexible working arrangements
* Leadership development and long-term progression
* A high-performance, people-first culture
* The Sunshine Coast lifestyle built into the job
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
* Lead and develop the Sunshine Coast structural team
* Mentor Senior Engineers, Engineers, and Graduates
* Drive performance, engagement, and accountability
* Support recruitment and succession planning
Technical & Project Oversight
* Maintain oversight of complex structural project delivery
* Ensure QA systems and technical standards are consistently applied
* Provide senior technical guidance and review
* Support high-risk or high-value project work
Business & Financial Performance
* Manage structural team performance against targets
* Forecast workload, staffing, and resourcing
* Contribute to proposals, fees, and commercial strategy
* Report directly to Directors
Client & Growth Focus
* Maintain and grow key client relationships
* Represent EDGE in meetings and industry forums
About You
You're a leader first, structural engineer always.
You bring:
* Typically 10+ years' consulting experience
* 4+ years leading structural teams
* Strong knowledge of Australian building structures
* Demonstrated commercial and client leadership capability
* Chartered (or near Chartered) with Engineers Australia
* A genuine interest in building teams and long-term success
Ready to Build Your Leadership Legacy — and Live Well?
This is a rare opportunity to:
* Step into true structural leadership
* Shape a growing Sunshine Coast team
* Influence business direction nationally
* Live where others holiday
Applications close: 29 March 2026
Enquiries: HR@edgece.com
Applicants must have full Australian working rights.
EDGE is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive.
Unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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