Principal Hydraulic Engineer (Buildings)
(2600008K)
Description
Our Sydney Buildings group are seeking a Principal Hydraulic Engineer. This is a full-time leadership role that blends technical excellence with strategic business development and client engagement.
This role is suitable for a qualified candidate to take the lead on a diverse range of projects. We are looking for someone with Hydraulic design consultancy experience within the building services sector.
The successful candidate will be able to apply their technical skills and demonstrate commitment in a way which ensures projects are thoroughly designed, personally reviewed and delivered on time. You will be expected to service projects including those of relatively large size, of high complexity and with multiple clients.
Stantec is involved in a vast variety of project types and sizes from data centres, health, defence, high-rise and education to refurbishments and site investigations. The successful candidate will be working in a strong team environment (Hydraulic and other Building Services disciplines) and will need to manage several projects at any one time. You will be self‐motivated, resourceful and a great communicator.
Day To Day Tasks Involve
* Develop hydraulic building services designs, including water supply, sewerage, stormwater, and gas systems.
* Lead client‐facing project delivery from concept through to construction, ensuring high‐quality outcomes and strong stakeholder satisfaction.
* Prepare technical documentation, calculations, assessments, specifications, and tender packages for a variety of building projects.
* Conduct site inspections, defect reporting, and respond to RFIs during construction.
* Prioritise workloads whilst ensuring our clients' needs are met.
* Continue to build and develop your professional profile across NSW.
* Ensure compliance with Australian Standards, Building Codes, and client specifications.
* Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
To Be Successful For This Role You'll Need
* Be degree qualified in an engineering discipline.
* Have hydraulic building services work experience within the consulting or engineering industry.
* Hold design and building practitioners accreditation.
* Self‐management skills will be as important as your technical design and project management abilities.
* Ideally be well connected within the industry and able to foster client relationships.
* Technically strong in terms of understanding the key elements of the design and construction associated with Hydraulic Engineering works.
* Ability to make quality business decisions.
* Ability to multitask and deliver high‐profile projects in a timely manner.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
About Stantec
The Stantec community unites approximately 34 000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.
What We Offer
* Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements – Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part‐time employment.
* Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
* Learning and Talent Development Programs – Including Global programmes, online learning and on‐the‐job learning.
* Professional Memberships, Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI), Service Recognition Awards.
* Mental Health, Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Programs.
Qualifications and Employment Details
Primary Location: Australia – New South Wales – St. Leonards.
Organization: BC-3013 Buildings – AU New South Wales.
Employee Status: Regular.
Job Level: Individual Contributor.
Travel: No.
Schedule: Full‐time.
Job Posting: May 14 2026, 9:45:24 PM.
Req ID – 2600008K.
Equal Opportunity and EEO Statement
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. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans.
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