Principal Engineer - Urban Development
Egis In Anz
Lead urban civil design projects, provide technical expertise and manage teams.
16 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture
Asset & Facility Management
Aviation & Airports
Building Information Modelling
Building Services
Business Performance
Climate Change & Carbon Management
Community & Stakeholder Communications
Sector Specialisms
Advisory
Architecture
Building Engineering
Facades & Sustainability
Operations
Transport
Urban Development
Energy
Role
What you would be doing
process improvement
technical review
technical supervision
civil design
project management
budgeting
- Enhance engineering application processes.
- Manage technical reviews and internal QA processes
- Provide guidance and technical supervision to engineers and designers within your service line
- Provide expert technical advice throughout all project stages—from feasibility and design through to construction, integration, and commissioning
- Develop budgets and prepare fee proposals
- Oversee the Urban Development design and drafting program
- Lead civil design, including earthworks, drainage, car parks, roads, pavements, and utilities
- Undertake project management, bid support, and leadership duties
- Set department goals and develop actionable implementation plans
What you bring
autocad
12d
chartered engineer
12+ years
civil engineering
water management
We are seeking an experienced Principal Engineer to join our Urban Development team in Canberra. This is an opportunity to lead impactful projects and make your mark in a collaborative and high-performing environment.
- Understanding of water infrastructure, water environments, and water resource management.
- Experienced in QA processes and design reviews.
- Proficient in civil design software such as AutoCAD, 12D, Drains, and Microsoft Project.
- Strong technical expertise in civil design with knowledge of relevant guidelines, Australian Standards, and Local Council Planning Schemes.
- Chartered Engineer status with NER accreditation.
- 12+ years’ experience in urban development, land development, greenfield or brownfield projects.
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
Egis is committed to creating an inclusive, flexible, and values-led workplace. We offer generous parental leave, support flexible work arrangements, and empower our people to thrive in a collaborative environment. This is a unique opportunity to lead and grow a specialist capability, while working on impactful projects that shape communities across Australia and New Zealand.
Egis is a global organisation with over 20,500 employees worldwide. With our head office based in Paris, we offer global career opportunities, as well as rewarding careers for our people locally.
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Company
Overview
Four decades
Years of Expertise
The company has been in operation for over 40 years, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to infrastructure transformation.
- They advise on high-profile rail, road, and tunnel projects across Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane.
- Their services span the full project lifecycle — from design and signalling to operations and maintenance of transport networks.
- A series of strategic acquisitions have bolstered their capabilities in façade design, environmental services, and water engineering.
- Projects often tackle complex technical challenges — from urban rail signalling systems to maritime infrastructure and waterway management.
- Their work emphasizes connecting communities and boosting economic and social outcomes through resilient infrastructure.
- They continue to expand into sectors like nuclear engineering, defence infrastructure, and greenfield housing standards in South Australia.
- A creative company – innovating to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world.
- A people-first company – focused on developing career paths and skills.
- A responsible company – ethically committed to its stakeholders, civil society, and the environment.
- Empowering a diverse workforce.
- Join Egis’ digital journey – revolutionizing the industry with cutting-edge technologies like AI, big data, and smart tools.
By 2050
Carbon Neutrality Goal
Committed to achieving carbon neutrality by the year 2050 as part of its global sustainability efforts.
- Member of the UN Global Compact with a net-zero approved target under its Communication on Progress.
- Committed to halving global emissions in line with Science Based Targets initiative.
- Actively reducing carbon footprint, developing eco-design skills and offering low-carbon solutions across all sectors.
- Solutions like 'Landboost' for urban biodiversity and 'Soil.is' to support carbon offsetting on client land.
- Diversity & Inclusion policy built on three pillars: diversity, inclusion and equality.
- Specific focus on gender equality across the workforce.
- Supportive, inclusive culture offering flexible work practices and generous parental leave.
- Striving for a level playing field and valuing unique talents and perspectives.
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