2027 Graduate Civil Engineer - Community Development (NSW - Sydney, Wollongong or Nowra) - ( 260000J7 )
Description
Stantec is seeking a talented Civil Engineering Graduate to join our Community Development team in NSW (Sydney, Wollongong, or Nowra).
What we provide
- Join an award winning two-year graduate development program where you gain hands-on experience, personalised mentoring, and strong technical support to help you grow with confidence.
- Connect with our global Developing Professionals network, opening opportunities to build your career internationally while taking part in networking and community-building activities.
- Exposure to internal experts and industry leaders, and the opportunity to work on flagship projects for a range of clients including local Councils and private developers.
- Work flexibly and access a wide range of benefits, including mental health support, salary packaging, our Employee Assistance Program, and Rewards and Benefits Program.
- Receive support on your pathway to professional accreditation, including Chartered Engineer or Environmental Professional status.
- Your career journey is in your hands. After the two-year graduate program, you can explore a range of pathways that align with your strengths and passions—whether that’s leadership, project management, or deep technical expertise
- Being part of a big multidisciplinary organisation means you’ll work alongside talented people from different fields—bringing fresh ideas and energy to every project.
With us, not only will you work as part of an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse team, but also be able to develop your skills and knowledge in designing the future of engineering and shape your own career along the journey.
What will you be doing day to day?
- Assist in preparing civil designs, calculations, drawings, reports and cost estimates using industry-standard software (12D, AutoCAD) and applicable engineering codes and standards.
- Support senior engineers with project coordination, documentation, stakeholder communication and liaising with authorities to facilitate timely approvals.
- Undertake site visits and construction-phase support including inspections, progress reporting, contract administration tasks and responding to technical queries.
- Contribute to safe, high‑quality project delivery by maintaining professional standards and ensuring work meets company expectations for accuracy, service, and compliance.
- Actively develop technical capability by engaging in on‑the‑job learning, applying engineering concepts to real projects, and staying current with evolving industry practices.
Why Stantec?
Stantec empowers people to rise to the world’s greatest challenges. As a global company of more than 34,000 people across 450 locations worldwide, with a strong local focus, graduates gain meaningful experience, diverse perspectives, and career opportunities that can take them anywhere.
How to Apply:
Please submit CV, cover letter—explaining your passion and interest in Utilities, academic transcript and ensure you fill in the application form when applying!
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Qualifications
About You
- Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering
- Passion for learning and problem-solving
- Australian Citizen, PR or NZ Citizen.
- Currently in final year of degree or 1-2 years post-graduation
Primary Location : Australia-New South Wales-Sydney
Other Locations : Australia-New South Wales-St. Leonards, Australia-New South Wales-Wollongong, Australia-New South Wales-Nowra
Organization : BC-3040 CommDev-AU New South Wales
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Entry Level
Travel : No
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Aug 1, 2026, 7:00:00 AM
Req ID: 260000J7
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