Lead Civil Engineer – Land Infrastructure

Aurecon

. Lead civil infrastructure projects from bid and design through to successful delivery, maintaining quality, program and budget requirements .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeBrisbane • AustraliaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading civil infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on civil design, project management, and client relationship building. Holds relevant engineering qualifications and accreditations, showcasing leadership and collaboration skills essential for successful project delivery.

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Civil Engineering DegreeRPEQ AccreditationCPEng AccreditationProject ManagementLeadership and Influencing

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Hard Skills

Civil DesignInfrastructure Project DeliveryBid ManagementEnergy Project ExperienceIntegrated Project Solutions

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCollaboration SkillsStakeholder EngagementCoaching and Mentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

RPEQ AccreditationCPEng Accreditation

Industry Keywords

Civil InfrastructureProject LeadershipClient Relationship ManagementProfessional Networking

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead civil infrastructure projects from bid and design through to successful delivery, maintaining quality, program and budget requirements
Provide civil design leadership and collaborate with other engineering disciplines to develop integrated project solutions
Build trusted client relationships, grow professional networks and shape solutions responding to client needs
Coach and mentor civil engineers, designers and drafters
Contribute to team leadership, project management and bid management activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

A relevant engineering degree
At least seven years’ post-graduate experience in civil engineering
RPEQ accreditation, or CPEng accreditation with progress towards RPEQ
Experience leading the civil design and delivery of energy or infrastructure projects
Demonstrated leadership and influencing capability
Strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to see the big picture, challenge assumptions and bring diverse thinking

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options
Career development and lifelong learning support
Inclusive, safe and empowered workplace culture
Recruitment adjustments for applicants requiring them