Description
We are looking for an experienced Civil Designer to join our Cairns team, working on a diverse portfolio of transport and civil infrastructure projects across Far North Queensland.
You will take the lead on the design and development of major infrastructure projects, turning early concepts into practical, buildable solutions. You will work across roads, drainage and broader civil infrastructure, contributing from initial investigations through to detailed design.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading design development for transport and civil infrastructure projects
- Producing and reviewing high-quality engineering drawings and reports
- Applying road safety and design best practice across all stages of delivery
- Managing scope, time and cost on design packages
- Supporting and mentoring junior designers
- Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams on regionally significant projects
- Building strong client relationships and contributing to future work opportunities
You will bring solid experience in civil design within a consulting environment, along with a strong understanding of Australian standards and road authority requirements. Desirable skills include:
- Substantial experience in road design, drainage and civil infrastructure
- Strong capability in 2D and 3D design tools and modelling
- The ability to develop practical design solutions across varying project scopes
- A strong focus on safety in design, particularly road safety outcomes
- Experience managing design packages and competing priorities
- Confidence mentoring others and sharing technical knowledge
- Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach
In return, you will have access to:
- A strong pipeline of local and regional projects
- Opportunities to work across multidisciplinary teams
- Career development pathways and technical leadership programs
- A culture that values collaboration, flexibility and new ideas