At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and manage civil drainage projects from concept to completion.
- Company: Melbourne-based consultancy with a focus on innovative civil engineering solutions.
- Benefits: Training, support for professional registration, and direct access to leadership.
- Other info: Join a small team with opportunities for technical responsibility and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in civil engineering while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering and 4+ years of drainage design experience.
The predicted salary is between 78750 - 96250 $ per year.
Forward Engineering Consultants is a Melbourne-based structural and civil consultancy delivering residential, commercial and industrial projects. We're growing our civil team and looking for an experienced drainage designer who will run their own projects from concept through to completion.
The role includes:
- Preparing civil drainage plans: stormwater layouts, pits and pipe networks, and on-site detention.
- Producing drainage computations and supporting documentation as required.
- Drawing and detailing in Civil 3D / CAD.
- Liaising directly with clients, builders, architects, drafters, councils and water authorities.
- Managing your own project workload from brief through to approval and construction support.
About you:
- Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
- 4+ years' experience in civil drainage design in Victoria.
- Proficient in Civil 3D and/or AutoCAD.
- Proven experience preparing drainage plans and calculations.
- Confident dealing with clients, stakeholders and local authorities.
- Working knowledge of Victorian council requirements, Melbourne Water and relevant standards.
- Progress towards CPEng, NER or RPEV registration.
- Experience across both residential and commercial/industrial sites.
What we offer:
- Training and support to build your skills, including software and modelling.
- Support towards professional registration, including CPEng and NER.
- Small team, direct access to the directors, and real technical responsibility.
Civil Drainage Engineer in Melbourne employer: Forward Engineering Consultants Pty Lty
At Forward Engineering Consultants, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer in Melbourne's vibrant engineering landscape. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth through tailored training and direct access to leadership, ensuring that our Civil Drainage Engineers can thrive while managing their own projects from concept to completion. With a focus on meaningful work and collaboration with clients and stakeholders, we offer a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in both residential and commercial sectors.
Contact Details:
Forward Engineering Consultants Pty Lty Recruitment Team
