Description
We are seeking a senior technical leader to join our Perth Transport team as a Principal Civil Engineer. You will lead the technical delivery of transport and civil projects, support project teams, and contribute to building WSP's capability and reputation across Western Australia.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and contribute to the delivery of complex transport and civil infrastructure projects across WA
- Provide senior technical input, review and verification of civil designs, drawings and reports
- Act as a technical authority within your discipline, supporting consistent, high-quality outcomes
- Champion Safety in Design, quality systems and best-practice OHS&E behaviours
- Work directly with clients to understand project needs and deliver value-driven solutions
- Manage scope, programme, cost and risk across multiple projects of varying scale
- Mentor and develop engineers, supporting capability uplift and knowledge transfer
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams locally and nationally
- Contribute technical input to proposals and pursuits in support of business growth
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
- Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or equivalent
- Typically 10-15 years' experience in civil and transport engineering
- Strong knowledge of Australian Standards, Main Roads WA standards, PTA standards and civil design practices
- High-level capability in relevant design software (e.g. OpenRoads or 12D)
- Proven experience leading technical delivery on complex projects
- Demonstrated ability to manage technical risk and apply Safety in Design principles
- Strong client engagement skills with experience working on WA infrastructure projects
- A collaborative mentor who enjoys developing others and strengthening team capability
Benefits:
- Be part of a well-established and growing Perth Transport team
- Work on high-profile WA infrastructure projects with real community impact
- Access global technical expertise while remaining locally focused
- Flexible working arrangements and clear technical career pathways
- A culture that values collaboration, accountability and professional growth