Associate/Principal Civil Engineer at SLR Consulting

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Jul, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Civil Engineering Design, Project Delivery, Client Relationship Management, Business Development, Earthworks, Roadworks, Drainage, Water & Sewer Infrastructure, Multidisciplinary Coordination, Mentoring, Problem Solving, Lateral Thinking

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

About the business SLR Consulting is a rapidly growing professional services consultancy with over 4,000 consulting engineers and scientists across Asia Pacific, Africa, Europe, and North America. Our established Engineering & Design Service Line has built a strong reputation for technical excellence, providing high quality, tailored services and responsive engineering, environmental, and scientific advice to a broad range of clients. Due to a growing pipeline of interesting and challenging projects, we are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with 10+ years’ experience to join our thriving Victorian Team. This is a career-defining opportunity offering strong project variety, working across the civil components of renewables, waste recycling, residential developments, and mining projects. In this role you will collaborate with a range of technical disciplines, including Geotechnics, Transport Advisory, Planning and Approvals, Hydrology & Hydrogeology, and Environmental Specialist Services, supporting both national and international projects. Based in our Naarm (Melbourne) office, this role offers flexibility alongside strong project exposure. You will join a friendly and dynamic team while being part of a 1000+ strong APAC community, backed by the support of a global network. Responsibilities This role offers excellent long-term rewards and opportunities for learning, expanding technical knowledge, and career advancement. Based in Naarm (Melbourne), key responsibilities include: Leading the growth of the Victorian business by developing strong client relationships, identifying new opportunities, and expanding the project portfolio across the Infrastructure, Built Environment, Manufacturing & Industry, Mining & Resources, and Power & Energy sectors. Taking full ownership of civil engineering project delivery, with accountability for scope, quality, program, budget, and commercial outcomes from inception through to completion. Driving technical excellence by overseeing the preparation, review, and approval of civil engineering designs, while ensuring effective coordination across multidisciplinary teams. Providing leadership within the team through mentoring, guidance, and direction, while fostering a high-performance culture focused on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Experience To be successful in your application, you will demonstrate: Tertiary qualifications in civil engineering, with 10+ years’ experience in the delivery of civil engineering projects. Proven experience leading and delivering multidisciplinary projects, including strong client relationship management and contribution to business development activities. Strong technical capability in civil design, including earthworks, roadworks, drainage, and water & sewer infrastructure, with experience developing practical and innovative design solutions. RPEV accreditation, or the ability to obtain registration within 6-12 months (full support provided), with CPESC accreditation considered highly desirable. Demonstrated leadership capability, including mentoring and developing junior engineers, with the ability and ambition to grow a team and contribute to broader business leadership. Well-developed communication, problem-solving, and lateral thinking skills, with a proactive approach to continuous improvement and working effectively in a dynamic environment. Our Benefits We are most proud of our diverse, friendly, and expert team, who collaborate to deliver the best possible outcomes for our clients. Whether you’re enjoying our flexible hybrid work environment, looking to progress through our defined career pathways, or at a stage where a supportive and generous parental leave scheme is important, our benefits are designed to support you. You can find a comprehensive list of our benefits here. Next Steps We hire based on your experience, skills, and potential. We aim to bring diverse perspectives in our interview process, including gender-diverse interview panels where possible. When applying, you’re welcome to share your pronouns and let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. Unsolicited resumes from recruitment consultants will not be accepted. You must be part of the preferred supplier agreement list which is coordinated through our Talent Acquisition team. #LI-NH1 We’re Making Sustainability Happen. We don’t have all the answers to the complex sustainability challenges faced by humanity today. But we’re working on it. We are a consultancy with 4,500+ employees, working on projects in over 125 countries around the world. When you join SLR, you’ll work alongside some of the world’s leading advisors and technicians on projects of global importance in the environmental space. We know sustainability starts from within. And no matter how good we are today, we can always do better. We continually work on our internal ethics to set the standard for organisations and reflect the advice we give to clients. Don't see the dream job you are looking for? Drop off your contact information and resume and we will reach out to you if we find the perfect fit!

Responsibilities

Lead the growth of the Victorian business by developing client relationships and expanding the project portfolio across various industrial sectors. Take full ownership of civil engineering project delivery, ensuring technical excellence and providing leadership through mentoring junior engineers.