Senior Civil Engineer Job in Sydney, NSW
The Highlights:
Take the lead on meaningful civil projects alongside a supportive engineering team.
• Benefit from flexible work options and a culture that supports balance.
• Collaborate with a friendly, tight-knit team that values your ideas & expertise.
• Deliver civil projects across commercial, residential, and community sectors.
More about this Senior Civil Engineer Role
About You
You’re an experienced Civil Engineer who enjoys leading, mentoring, and producing high-quality outcomes. You’ll bring:
• 8+ years’ experience in civil engineering design and project delivery.
• Strong background in stormwater, drainage, bulk earthworks, and grading.
• Experience with Civil works on Buildings projects (e.g. Education, Health, Aged-Care, Commercial, Shopping Centres ... etc...)
• Familiarity with Civil 3D or 12D; confident overseeing and giving guidance to designers and drafters.
• Sound knowledge of DRAINS, HEC-RAS, and MUSIC (advantageous but not essential).
• Experience preparing fee proposals and participating in client or strategy meetings.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills with internal teams and external stakeholders.
About the Role
This role offers a mix of project management, technical oversight, and client interaction. You will:
• Manage the design and delivery of civil works for urban development building projects.
• Review and guide technical documentation prepared by designers and junior engineers.
• Prepare and contribute to fee proposals and project scopes.
• Attend project and strategy meetings, ensuring delivery aligns with client expectations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical and buildable outcomes.
What’s In It For You
• A workplace that values autonomy, collaboration, and respect.
• Opportunities to mentor and develop junior engineers.
• Flexible working arrangements (including 1-2 days WFH).
• Exposure to diverse civil projects.
• Competitive salary package and supportive leadership team.
About the Company
Our client is a well-established engineering consultancy known for its grounded approach and technical expertise. With their team of skilled professionals and a focus on practical, well-considered design, they’ve built strong long-term relationships with clients across education, commercial, aged care, and industrial sectors. Their culture promotes collaboration, professional growth, and a genuine commitment to quality work.
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If you're ready for the next move in your career - get in touch now. Hit apply or email George at george.p@constructive.au with your resume.
job title
Senior Civil Engineer
salary
$120,000-150,000
location
Sydney, NSW
employment type
Permanent
