Senior/Principal Civil Engineer - Buildings

Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

Your Opportunity 

Due to strong growth and an exciting pipeline of projects, our Buildings team has an exciting opening for a Senior/Principal Civil Engineer in the Brisbane office. You will be joining a diverse and passionate team with a proven track record delivering major projects across Queensland.

As a Senior/Principal Civil Engineer in the buildings space, you will be working on significant urban development, public realm and precinct type projects that shape the communities in which we live. With a focus on social and environmental outcomes, our team works across a range of sectors including arts and culture, commercial, civic, education, transport, defence, and sports.  You will have the opportunity to

• Support and or lead project teams on a variety of Civil design, Local Government and Urban Development projects.
• Work within multidisciplinary teams to manage and deliver a wide range of engineering projects to specified and relevant standards
• Working closely with other designers to create and update project 12d models as well as producing project deliverables using AutoCAD.
• Review designs and documentation prepared by others and verify their compliance to relevant standards and design guidelines and project specific requirements
• Collaborative with the Project Manager, Design Manager and Client to provide regular project updates

About You 

• Relevant qualification in civil engineering or civil design and be a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ)
• Previous experience working on subdivision and urban development projects;
• Good understanding of design requirement such as Austroads, Council's design guidelines, stormwater Drainage Design etc
• Excellent report writing and communication skills
• Skilled in one or more civil design software tools such as 12d and AutoCAD

Culture & Benefits 

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities. 

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience: 

• A flexible and agile work atmosphere that caters to your professional journey and life's special moments
• A competitive salary complemented by Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
• Comprehensive coverage including life  and salary continuance insurance, providing peace of mind during uncertain times
• Opportunities to enhance your work-life balance through the option to purchase extra annual leave
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more

Employee Ownership

• Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution.
• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.

You’ve got this! 

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply! #LI-RZ1