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Principal Civil Engineer

Engeny
Department:Project Management
Type:HYBRID
Region:Perth
Location:Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Experience:Mid-Senior level
Estimated Salary:A$140,000 - A$180,000
Skills:
CIVIL ENGINEERINGPROJECT MANAGEMENTROAD DESIGNEARTHWORKSDRAINAGE DESIGNWATER MANAGEMENTGEOTECHNICAL DESIGNSTRUCTURAL ENGINEERINGQUALITY ASSURANCEQUALITY CONTROLTEAM LEADERSHIPBUSINESS DEVELOPMENTCLIENT MANAGEMENTFINANCIAL MANAGEMENTAUSTRALIAN STANDARDS
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Job Description

Posted on: February 11, 2026

Engeny, part of Egis Group, is an environmental consultancy operating in QLD, NSW, VIC and WA.

Engeny is an organisation that celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect, supporting the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences of our employees. Our culture is underpinned by our values: people, respect, performance, and transparency. We empower our people to grow by providing opportunities and challenges in a supportive environment.

We operate in partnership with our clients, providing customised and practical solutions across a range of services from water management, civil design and geotechnical design to environmental management and approvals. We are committed to creating great teams doing innovative work and would love you to join us to Impact the Future as a part of Egis Group.

Job Description

We are seeking a Principal Civil Engineer with 10+ years’ experience to join our WA Civil team. The primary purpose of this position is to provide high level technical support and direction in relation to civil engineering services for projects including civil, structural, resources, geotechnical and other specialisations of engineering. This is a significant opportunity for a high performing and motivated individual to accelerate their career development and personal growth aspirations to step into a Discipline Lead position, responsible for the Western Australian Civil team.

You will be responsible for:

  • Leading and approving associated technical work directly related to the discipline and in project management capacities
  • Providing technical expertise and advice through all stages of the project lifecycle from feasibility studies, design strategies, construction to system integration and support
  • Manage project work technically and contractually to ensure that it meets technical requirements
  • Lead Quality Assurance, QA, and Quality Control, QC, of Civil design projects
  • Review and sign off on engineering and technical outputs such as reports, engineering principles & studies to ensure compliance to relevant standard
  • Delivery and coordination of projects and proposals
  • Financial management of projects by monitoring the actual time and cost expended on the total project against the budget, informing client of any changes in scope of work or other causes of variances from project resources.
  • Lead a team of engineers, providing technical advice and direction to all employee levels through technical challenges and issues.
  • Participating in client management and business development.
  • Contributing to the preparation and implementation of annual business plans, and monitor progress against targets
  • Playing an active role in the business leadership group through regular meetings, workshops and training

Qualifications

Ideally, you will have a minimum of 10+ years’ professional experience with demonstrated leadership capabilities and exceptional technical expertise in civil engineering within a consultancy or matrixed environment.

You will also have:

  • Relevant tertiary Civil Engineering degree
  • CPEng and/or NER high desired
  • Extensive local WA experience in concept to execution phases of multi-disciplinary civil design projects including road design and rehabilitation, detailed and bulk earthworks, pipe and open channel drainage, water or tailings storage assessment and design, flood levees, and general civil works
  • Demonstrated ability to build relationships, develop business and project manage
  • Proven leadership skills and a desire to train, guide and mentor less experienced engineers
  • Strong knowledge and application of local standards, Australian standards and statutory and regulatory requirements relating to civil design and water management
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to manage stakeholders at all levels

Additional InformationThe Benefits

  • Competitive remuneration and benefits.
  • A structured learning and development framework to align with career progression goals.
  • Perth CBD location with flexible working arrangements, including remote working options.
  • An inclusive team culture that celebrates performance and rewards accordingly.
  • Paid Primary and Secondary Carer Leave Policy, reflecting our commitment to work-life balance.
  • Support structures like our Employee Assistance Program, professional mentoring, and buddy program for new starters.
  • Opportunities to work on special interest projects.
  • Opportunities to work across government, private and resource sectors.
  • Opportunities to travel for work across multiple offices.
  • Great cultural environment where teamwork and camaraderie are promoted and valued.
  • Supportive leadership based on openness.

We are open to considering this role on a full-time, part-time or job-share basis. Please let us know of your flexibility requirements.

Egis is committed to creating an inclusive, creative culture that embraces diversity and flexibility. If you are looking for a new challenge, want to participate growth of a successful business and join a passionate and entrepreneurial team, then don't wait, apply now!

Engeny does not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies and is not responsible for any related fees.

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