Everything is an adventure for the curious mind. At Aurecon, we turn curiosity into real-world outcomes. Join us and use your expertise to foster innovation, navigate complexity with care, and co-create projects that deliver meaningful, lasting change.
As a Lead Civil Engineer in our Land Infrastructure Team in Brisbane, you'll lead a multi-discipline team and provide particular expertise in Civil Engineering.
You will work across a broad portfolio of private and public infrastructure projects, including energy, airports, subdivisions, water, rail and highways. You’ll explore integrated solutions, offer thoughtful perspectives, and partner with clients to help them build a more sustainable world. The work for this role would be in and around the greater Brisbane region, with trips further away by exception.
Technical Leader – whilst the role can be tailored to your strengths, this role is for a Civil Engineer that can take a lead role on civil design infrastructure projects, maintaining involvement from the bid stage through to design and ultimate successful project delivery.
Client facing – be supported into a client leader role where you will be encouraged to both grow your network and deliver innovative solutions to best fit a client’s needs.
Supporting Team – work with a dedicated team of civil engineers, designers and drafters and contribute to their learning and growth through coaching, mentoring and inclusive decision-making.
Collaborating across disciplines – work closely with a range of engineers across Aurecon to explore creative and efficient solutions to project needs.
Personal growth – grow your technical skills and leadership abilities within the team with guidance from the large Aurecon support network.
You blend technical knowledge with empathy and big-picture thinking. You're someone who thrives in dynamic environments, builds meaningful connections, and is motivated by purposeful work. You’ll also have:
A relevant engineering degree, be RPEQ accredited (or CPEng and working towards RPEQ) and at least 7 years’ post-graduate experience in Civil Engineering
Demonstrated leadership and influencing capability
A strong ability to shape thoughtful, effective solutions in energy or infrastructure
Excellent collaboration and communication skills with a wide range of people
A proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge the status quo and bring forward new perspectives
At Aurecon, no two career journeys are the same. We’ll support yours with a collaborative culture, learning experiences, and the flexibility to design your own path. We embrace difference, nurture belonging, and ensure every voice feels valued.
Variety of exciting projects and clients
Extended parental leave and cultural leave flexibility
Wellbeing programs for you and your loved ones
Development pathways, mentoring, and personalised growth support
At Aurecon, we’re curious adventurers. We view complexity as a space to listen, imagine, and grow. As Aureconeers, we’re practical dreamers who find inspiration in everyday moments. With over 7,000 professionals across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia, we work together to create positive impact for generations to come.
Apply now and begin the next step in your fulfilling journey with us.
