Melbourne, AUS
12 hours ago
Principal Civil Engineer
Title: Principal Civil Engineer Our Purpose We’re here to deliver better infrastructure for a better tomorrow. By designing smart, sustainable transport solutions, we connect people and places across Australia’s major cities, regional communities, and remote areas. Our mission is to move people more safely and efficiently through innovative rail, road, bridge, and maritime projects—always with sustainability at the forefront. We design with care for people and the planet, creating vibrant, connected places that respect heritage, support community growth, and shape the cities of the future. The Opportunity As a Principal Civil Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal leadership role in delivering some of Victoria’s most complex and high‑profile transport infrastructure projects. You will act as the Civil Lead on multidisciplinary projects—owning the technical direction, guiding design development, and navigating complex engineering challenges to deliver robust, innovative solutions across road, rail, and major transport programs. You’ll provide high-level technical leadership, mentor senior and junior engineers, and oversee project delivery to meet quality, safety, budget, and timeline expectations. You will be a trusted advisor to clients, influencing decision making, shaping design strategy, and driving excellence throughout the entire project lifecycle. This is a rare opportunity to take on a strategic leadership role in projects that will define the future of Australia’s transport networks. Who You Are You’re an experienced Principal Civil Engineer with deep technical expertise and a proven track record leading complex civil design on major transport infrastructure projects. You thrive in challenging environments, excel at managing competing priorities, and bring clarity, confidence, and direction to multidisciplinary teams. You understand how to lead others, guide clients, and deliver integrated, scalable civil engineering solutions that stand the test of time. You Bring: + A degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) + Significant experience delivering complex transport or civil infrastructure projects with consultants, contractors, or government agencies + Demonstrated experience acting as a Civil Lead on major road, rail, or transport programs + Advanced technical capability in civil design and familiarity with relevant transport engineering tools and methodologies + Strong knowledge of Australian and state transport standards, codes, and guidelines (e.g., Austroads, state transport authority requirements) + Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status What We Do KBR’s Infrastructure Services team is building a smarter and more sustainable future for Australia. We deliver end‑to‑end solutions across transport, water, defence, and the built environment, partnering with clients nationwide throughout every stage of the project lifecycle. With more than 1,200 specialists across the country, we combine global expertise with deep local knowledge. We’re digitally connected, agile, and committed to delivering social and environmental outcomes that benefit communities long into the future. At KBR, We Value You Our values define how we operate and how we support our people:We Value Our People, We Deliver, We Are People of Integrity, We Empower, and We Are a Team of Teams. As you focus on leading high‑impact engineering solutions, we ensure you have the support, flexibility, and autonomy you need to thrive. Enjoy hybrid working options, family‑friendly arrangements, and a culture built on trust, empowerment, and collaboration. At KBR, you’ll work alongside some of the industry’s most respected experts with the support of a global organisation—and the connected, supportive feel of a local team. Here, you’re not just part of the business; you’re integral to shaping its future. KBR values an inclusive and diverse work environment, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences. #LI-DNP #LI-DNI  #S-DNI
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