Senior Civil Engineer

Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seek opportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

Your Opportunity  

We have exciting opportunities for a Senior Civil Engineer to join our Buildings team in Melbourne to support the multiple projects that are currently being delivered and for future projects we will be working on.  The ideal candidate will support the VIC Buildings Civil team in the delivery of civil engineering design and documentation across multidisciplinary building, precinct and energy-related projects.

 In this role you will be responsible for:

• Prepare and coordinate civil design inputs for repairing and coordinating civil design inputs for grading, stormwater drainage, utilities, roads, access, pavements, earthworks and external works;
• Support project delivery through all phases, including Concept design, Detailed design, Construction phase services
• Undertake engineering and technical tasks such as Civil design calculations, Drawing reviews, Design checks, technical coordination under senior supervision
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams, including Structural engineers, Building services engineers, Sustainability specialists, Digital engineering teams,Project managers
• Assist with authority approvals and stakeholder coordination.
• Contribute to project governance and quality processes, including Safety in Design (SiD) review, Quality assurance activities, Design review processes
• Support the delivery of high-quality, compliant and coordinated civil engineering solutions across a range of building and infrastructure projects.
• Review contractor submissions, shop drawings, and technical reports to ensure compliance with project requirements, industry standards, and project performance objectives.

About You 

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent relevant qualification
• 3-7 + years of relevant civil engineering experience, preferably in buildings, precincts, energy, aviation, education, commercial, infrastructure or urban development projects.
• Working knowledge of stormwater drainage, grading, pavements, utilities, earthworks, roads, access and external works.
• Familiarity with Australian Standards, VIC authority requirements and local design guidelines.
• Experience with civil design and documentation software such as Civil 3D, AutoCAD, 12d, DRAINS, MUSIC or equivalent tools would be desirable
• Strong attention to detail, clear communication, collaborative working style, commitment to quality, and willingness to develop technical capability under supervision are required

Culture & Benefits 

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities. 

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience: 

• A flexible and agile work atmosphere that caters to your professional journey and life's special moments
• A competitive salary complemented by Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
• Comprehensive coverage including life  and salary continuance insurance, providing peace of mind during uncertain times
• Opportunities to enhance your work-life balance through the option to purchase extra annual leave
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more

Employee Ownership

• Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution.
• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.
• As a senior role, you will have a direct pathway towards ownership from day 1

You’ve got this! 

We endorse a diverse and inclusive workplace, and look to provide suitable opportunities for employees including the opportunity for part time and job shared roles where possible. If you are interested in this role and looking for a part time permanent opportunity, please apply! #LI-RZ1