Lead and review structural design across bridges, retaining walls, and complex transport infrastructure.
Guide multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering outcomes, on time and within budget.
Lead a passionate, collaborative team with clear growth opportunities.
Develop and strengthen relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
Contribute to business development and strategic planning, including input into team resourcing and performance objectives.
Support professional development and retention of junior engineers through coaching and mentoring.
Oversee project delivery, ensuring robust design, compliance, and client satisfaction.
Requirements
project management
bridge design
10+ years
civil engineering
leadership
technical writing
High proficiency in project management, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk mitigation.
Willingness to travel domestically (and occasionally internationally).
10+ years' experience in structural bridge design within the transport infrastructure sector (preferably NSW/Australia-based).
A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
Demonstrated ability to lead and deliver large-scale engineering projects >$1M.
A strong technical writer capable of reviewing and producing high-quality reports with minimal revision.
Experience across highways, rail, or metro projects within multi-disciplinary teams.
Benefits
Career progression with leadership development and support.
Flexible work environment that supports work-life balance.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
SMEC's expertise spans across multiple sectors, delivering high-quality solutions for infrastructure, transportation, energy, and more.
The company has a strong focus on innovative project delivery, with a diverse portfolio ranging from large-scale infrastructure projects to urban development.
Notable projects include major transport networks, renewable energy facilities, and sustainable urban developments.
The company is known for its commitment to excellence in technical expertise, sustainable practices, and delivering results that drive progress in both developed and emerging markets.
Culture + Values
Driven by purpose, guided by values.
People: We value our global and diverse talent by creating a safe, inclusive and supportive environment where our people can thrive.
Purpose: We are driven by purpose and a commitment to sustainability, transforming the human experience and uplifting lives.
Integrity: We act responsibly and conduct our business and ourselves with the highest ethical standards, accountability and transparency.
Partnership: We build trusted and enduring relationships with clients, colleagues and partners to achieve shared success.
Professionalism: We act in the best interest of our clients and the communities in which we work, delivering innovative solutions to the highest of standards.
Environment + Sustainability
Embedding sustainability from earliest planning stages to strengthen outcomes for clients, communities and the planet.
Aligned with UN SDGs and Surbana Jurong Sustainability Charter; mission is 'to catalyse the transition to a regenerative future.'
Focus areas include climate action & ecological resilience, health & clean water, community equity, education & partnerships, circular economy, and future‑proofed infrastructure.
Specialist capabilities: net zero strategies and pathways including science‑based targets (SBTs), energy & carbon modelling, lifecycle assessment, circular economy strategies.
Office‑level programs in energy efficiency, water usage and waste management to improve green‑office operations globally.
Project examples: Logan Enhancement Project integrated fauna underpasses and land bridges; M1 Upgrade used concrete fracturing and recycled green steel to cut emissions.
Net‑zero target via Science‑Based Targets but no specific year publicly stated.
Inclusion & Diversity
Create a flexible, diverse and inclusive work environment enabling people to reach full potential and be proud to work at SMEC.
Culture where people, clients and communities feel trusted, safe, confident, valued and understood.
Continual evaluation to provide safe, flexible, inclusive and respectful workplace.
Flexible working environment tailored to employee needs.
Commitment to equality in access to rewards, resources and opportunities on merit.