Lead Civil Engineer

Overview

Lead civil engineer overseeing design, planning, and team management for projects.

Key Responsibilities

• work planning
• construction supervision
• design engineering
• technical review
• cost estimating
• project scheduling

Tasks

-Develop and maintain the civil work plan for insertion into the project specific execution plan -Undertake construction supervision and management dependent upon project demands -Assist the Engineering Manager with the delivery of project requirements as they relate to scope, quantities, cost and schedule -Perform conceptual and detailed engineering design -Ensure co-ordination with designers and engineers within the civil discipline and with other disciplines -Review and evaluate technical work prepared by junior engineers, intermediate engineers, designers, technicians and technologists -Prepare and/or review project procedures, standard specifications and design criteria -Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions -Prepare Engineering Work Packages (EWPs) in consultation with the Engineering Manager -Provide input to engineering, operating and capital cost estimates -Carry out assigned tasks within budget and schedule -Prepare engineering calculations and technical specifications -Represent the discipline in the project engineering coordination meetings -Prepare and contribute to technical memos, reports and close out reports, within areas of expertise -Stamp/sign documents and drawings as required and as qualifications allow -Assist in the compilation and delivery of monthly engineering status reports -Ensure relevant technical experts are involved in the design process as required and facilitate the sharing of technical expertise both across projects and other Hatch offices -Prepare/assign work tasks (via signed off EWPs) to individuals and continuously monito progress and quality -Participate in and contribute to design reviews -Support of site engineering team to provide technical solutions and timely response to technical queries -Develop the manpower schedule to be part of the engineering and project schedule in conjunction with the other disciplines -Work to ensure the implementation of safety in design and integrity principles in design documentation

Requirements

• civil engineering
• chartered engineer
• civil3d
• openroads
• microstation
• 15+ years

What You Bring

-A recognized degree in civil engineering from an accredited university -Good planning and organizational skills -Good communication and interpersonal skills -15+ years’ experience in relevant civil engineering design and management -Fluent in English (speaking and writing) -Ability to function with minimal supervision -Registered Professional/Chartered Engineer (Australia) -Experience in the use of Civil3D, OpenRoads and Microstation -Experience with working on projects in a multi-disciplinary environment

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Benefits

-Long term career development -Flexible work environment

About Hatch

-Began as a small civil-engineering firm and expanded into metallurgy under its namesake leader. -Now employee-owned and independent, it has grown through strategic acquisitions of engineering firms across North America and beyond. -Offers end-to-end services—from concept and feasibility through design, construction management, and operations—in key sectors. -Projects include heavy industrial and mining operations, hydropower tunnels, green-steel plants, and rail & transit infrastructure. -Specialises in multidisciplinary engineering disciplines including structural, mechanical, civil, piping, electrical, and process design. -Known for integrating advanced tools like 3D parametric design, simulation, CFD, and proprietary Hatch software in project delivery. -Milestones include delivering North America’s Niagara Tunnel Project and pioneering high-current AP60 aluminium smelting pots. -Combines local insight with global expertise to support projects in over 150 countries.

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