Principal Civil Design Engineer – Sydney

Principal Civil Design Engineer – Sydney

Sydney Full-Time 96750 - 118250 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead major infrastructure projects and mentor junior engineers.
  • Company: CJC, a dynamic consultancy in infrastructure advisory and project delivery.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work culture.
  • Other info: Join a diverse team that celebrates differences and fosters growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on significant projects while growing your career.
  • Qualifications: Chartered status preferred with strong civil design experience.

The predicted salary is between 96750 - 118250 $ per year.

  • Location: Sydney, NSW
  • About CJC

CJC is an infrastructure advisory and project delivery consultancy working with government agencies, asset owners, contractors and developers across Australia and New Zealand.

Our team provides project management, design management, engineering advisory, asset management and construction delivery expertise across transport, rail, aviation, utilities, water and major infrastructure projects.

CJC partners with clients to solve complex project challenges, provide additional capability, and support successful project outcomes.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Principal Civil Design Engineer to provide technical leadership across major infrastructure projects.

Working as part of CJC’s advisory and project delivery team, you will support clients through planning, design development, design management and project delivery phases while providing technical guidance on complex engineering challenges.

This role combines technical expertise, stakeholder management, and project leadership and will play an important role in the continued growth of CJC’s infrastructure capability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership across major infrastructure projects.
  • Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams and consultants.
  • Oversee design development to ensure technical quality, constructability and project objectives are achieved.
  • Support project managers and client teams through planning, procurement and delivery phases.
  • Review engineering designs, reports and technical documentation.
  • Manage stakeholder, client and consultant relationships.
  • Identify project risks and develop practical solutions.
  • Mentor and support developing engineers.
  • Assist with proposals, bids and business development activities.

Experience

  • Chartered status preferred.
  • Strong background in civil design, design management or engineering advisory.
  • Experience working with contractors, consultants and asset owners.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
  • Commercial awareness and experience supporting project delivery.
  • What Success Looks Like
  • High-quality technical outcomes and project delivery.
  • Strong client relationships and repeat work.
  • Effective management of design programmes and project risks.
  • Successful development of junior team members.
  • Contribution to the growth of CJC’s infrastructure capability.

At CJC, we don’t just accept difference β€” we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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Principal Civil Design Engineer – Sydney employer: CJC Management

CJC Commercial is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, making it an ideal place for Senior Project Managers in the rail sector. With a strong commitment to employee growth, CJC offers opportunities for professional development and mentorship, ensuring that team members can thrive in their careers while contributing to impactful infrastructure projects across Australia. Located in vibrant cities like Sydney and Brisbane, employees enjoy a dynamic work environment with the added benefit of engaging with diverse stakeholders in both government and private sectors.

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Contact Details:

CJC Management Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Principal Civil Design Engineer – Sydney

Technical Leadership
Civil Design
Design Management
Engineering Advisory
Stakeholder Management
Project Delivery
Risk Identification and Management