Senior Civil Engineer

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Stantec
Global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture and environmental consulting for infrastructure and communities.
Lead design & delivery of urban infrastructure projects, mentor junior engineers.
25 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Canberra, AUS
Office Full-Time
Company Size
32,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Planning
Engineering
Architecture
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Surveying
Environmental Sciences
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
client engagement
pricing/bidding
feasibility studies
project management
design drawings
scope management
  • Maintain direct engagement with clients throughout project lifecycles, including reporting, negotiations, and ensuring alignment with expectations.
  • Oversee project deliverables including pricing, bidding, client liaison, and coordination of drafting teams.
  • Provide specialist input into feasibility studies, civil design, and technical reporting.
  • Build strong client relationships and manage scope changes to ensure successful project outcomes.
  • Lead and manage civil infrastructure projects across roads, highways, utilities, and transport, ensuring high technical standards and commercial viability.
  • Prepare conceptual and detailed design drawings in line with statutory requirements and quality standards.
What you bring
technical expertise
professional registration
civil engineering
5+ years
senior engineer
communication skills
  • Strong technical expertise and ability to produce accurate design documentation.
  • Professional Engineering registration.
  • Proven experience in time management and organisational skills including the ability to manage resources and delegate tasks effectively.
  • Minimum 5 years working experience in consulting field and/or recognised as a senior engineer in your current role.
  • Professional Memberships
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
Benefits
  • Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
  • Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
  • Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
  • Service Recognition Awards
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
  • Learning and Talent Development Programs Including Global programmes, online learning and onthejob learning
  • Ongoing commitment to professional development through selfstudy, training and seminars, and maintaining your Continual Professional Development (CPD)
  • Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
  • A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
  • Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
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
Founded in 1954
Year Established
The company was established as a one-person environmental engineering practice in 1954.
MWH Global in 2016
Acquisition Year
Completed the acquisition of MWH Global to enhance expertise in water and natural resources.
450+ Offices
Global Presence
Operates across more than 450 offices on six continents, showcasing extensive global reach.
6 Continents
Geographic Reach
Maintains a strong presence on six continents through strategic expansion.
  • Began as a one-person environmental engineering practice and has grown through strategic geographic and service expansion.
  • Publicly listed on the NYSE and TSX, Stantec has completed major acquisitions to bolster expertise and strengthen global infrastructure portfolio.
  • Headquartered in the iconic Stantec Tower in Edmonton, the company has delivered landmark projects like the Panama Canal Expansion and high-profile community developments.
  • Leverages interdisciplinary teams of designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers.
  • Typical projects span urban planning, civil infrastructure, water management, environmental assessment, energy delivery, and architectural design, serving public and private sectors.
  • Blends technical prowess with visionary design in bold ventures such as designing its own mixed-use tower and leading multi-nation infrastructure projects.
Culture + Values
  • We Put People First
  • We Do What is Right
  • We Are Better Together
  • We Are Driven to Achieve
Environment + Sustainability
2025
Carbon Neutrality Target
The company plans to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations by the end of the fiscal year 2025.
32,000
Employees in Sustainable Projects
Over 32,000 employees are working on climate-resilient infrastructure and future-proofing cities.
  • Commitment to environmental, social and governance excellence across operations and client projects
  • Issued Sustainability‑Linked Loan, tying financing to ESG metrics including Bloomberg GEI and environmental targets
  • Publicly reported environmental performance in annual Sustainability Report (e.g., GRI‑aligned metrics)
Inclusion & Diversity
43% women
Female Representation in Leadership
43% of board and C‑Suite positions are held by women in 2023.
18% pay gap
Global Gender Pay Gap
The global mean unadjusted gender pay gap is 18%.
3% compa-ratio
Gender Pay Gap Improvement
North America base pay compa-ratio gender pay gap improved by 3% in 2023 compared to the prior year.
7% score improvement
Gender-Equality Index
Score improved by 7% in 2023 in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, which has been achieved for the fourth consecutive year.
  • Named to Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index fourth consecutive year
  • Female representation: more than 50% of entry-level staff are women
  • 36 Women@Stantec regional employee resource groups active globally
  • First globally to link senior credit facility pricing to Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index score
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Senior Civil Engineer at Stantec in Canberra, AUS