Principal Civil Engineer

Principal Civil Engineer - ( 260000FO )

Description

Stantec’s Water team in Australia has an impressive portfolio of successful major projects that are already positively impacting our communities across the country. We know that finding solutions to our water issues is critical, and so our diverse network of 400 water specialists in Australia collaborate across business lines and geographies to ensure the best outcomes are achieved. With exciting projects in the pipeline, we are looking to our teams and seek the change-makers, innovators, leaders and collaborators to join us. How will you impact Australia’s water solutions? Grow with us, H2O+U.

We’re growing our high‑performing Water Division and are seeking motivated professionals to join our Brisbane team. Our projects span the full lifecycle – from feasibility and planning through to detailed design and construction delivery – and we’re committed to bringing innovation and value to every client partnership. If you’re passionate about meaningful infrastructure that supports communities, this is your next step.

About the role:

You’ll join a diverse, collaborative group of specialists who design with community in mind , delivering excellence for water clients across metropolitan, regional, and remote areas. With a strong pipeline of water supply and sewerage projects for key Queensland water authorities, this role offers the chance to contribute locally while also engaging in projects across the wider APAC region. Shape the future of water infrastructure across Queensland and the APAC region.

As a Principal Civil Engineer , you will provide professional engineering skills in the areas of water and wastewater infrastructure along with the following:

Perform engineering design tasks of major water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

Assist with developing and managing project scope including writing technical portions of proposals, participating in client interviews and supporting negotiations for project contracts

Lead and manage site investigations, engineering assessments and data analysis activities

Supervise the work of other project resources, including setting the project budget and their schedules for completing the work in conjunction with Project Manager(s)

Mentor and develop junior engineers, strengthening capability and fostering a high-performance, growth-oriented team culture

Lead by example, delivering all work in line with Stantec’s Core Values and commitment to excellence

Assist project teams in the evaluation of risks and in the preparation and presentation of documents

Lead project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, sub-contractors, and vendors

Along with an attractive salary package between $160k to $190k and vibrant culture, we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements – Including options to work from home and/or remotely, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.

Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning

Purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave

Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor other

Professional Memberships

Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)

Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs

Service Recognition Awards

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

Tertiary Qualification in relevant Engineering field along with CPEng and RPEQ (or ability to obtain)

Chartered Engineer status is desirable

Strong technical experience in potable water supply, gravity and pumped sewerage systems, and recycled water networks

Experience in water and wastewater treatment plants for regional and urban water authorities (highly desirable but not essential)

Expertise dealing with a range of clients and stakeholders including local authorities, government bodies and commercial companies.

About Stantec:

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, environmental, buildings, energy, resources, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history.

How to apply:

Submit your most recent CV outlining your relevant experience to this position by clicking the apply link.

No Agency CV’s will be accepted.

Primary Location : Australia-Queensland-South Brisbane

Organization : BC-3002 Water-AU Australia

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Jul 16, 2026, 10:54:01 PM

Req ID: 260000FO