Job description:Senior Civil Engineer - ( 250002CG )DescriptionAbout the roleAs a Senior Civil Engineer at Stantec you will apply essential engineering expertise to a wide range of projects across ACT. You’ll manage multidisciplinary project teams, deliver high-quality engineering solutions, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. You’ll be a technical leader, a client liaison, and a mentor to junior staff while contributing to the strategic direction of our Business Unit. This position will support Stantec’s Community Development business, based in Canberra, ACT.Working in collaboration with the team and support from our specialist engineering designers and technical leads, you will ensure that all projects are completed in accordance with relevant standards, specifications, and drawings. Your role is crucial in delivering high-quality outcomes to our clients, requiring a sound knowledge of civil engineering and design and drafting outputs. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of social and professional engineers to deliver great projects.We offer flexible work arrangements such as work from home, staggered hours and other flexibility options. Our supportive work environment allows you to tailor your career path ensuring planned investment into your training and development as well as access to long term career opportunities.Day to day tasks would involve:Manage and deliver civil engineering projects to a high technical standard, ensuring commercial viability and alignment with project timelines and budgets.Supervise and support drafters and designers to maintain quality and efficiency in design outputs.Lead the design team in producing accurate, timely, and compliant documentation using appropriate engineering software.Act as a technical authority, providing guidance and oversight throughout the design and documentation processMaintain strong client relationships and identify new business opportunities.Ensure compliance with statutory standards and internal quality systems.Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development.QualificationsTo be successful for this role you'll need:Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalentMinimum 5 years working experience in civil engineering, and/or site supervision of land development and civil infrastructure projectsProfessional Engineering registrationDemonstrated knowledge and experience in the interpretation and application of relevant legislation, standards and guidelines.Strong technical expertise and ability to produce accurate design documentation.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Proven experience in time management and organisational skills including the ability to manage resources and delegate tasks effectively.Ongoing commitment to professional development through self-study, training and seminars, and maintaining your Continual Professional Development (CPD).What we offerAlong with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learningMentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor othersA friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverablesProfessional MembershipsSalary Continuance Insurance (SCI)Mental Health and Wellbeing ProgramsService Recognition AwardsEmployee Assistance ProgramAbout StantecThe Stantec community unites over 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind. We care about the communities we serve—because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.CultureStantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI , neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.How to applyIf this position is of interest, submit your application online.Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.Primary Location : Australia-Australian Capital Territory-CanberraOrganization : BC-3040 CommDev-AU New South WalesEmployee Status : RegularJob Level : Individual ContributorTravel : NoSchedule : Full-timeJob Posting : Jun 19, 2025, 5:19:32 AMReq ID: 250002CGStantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
