Lead meaningful projects and shape the future of Queensland.
Quick highlights: Generous salary package | 9-day fortnight | Flexible hours | Career growth | Diverse Queensland projects
Bring your vision, leadership, and technical mastery to a consultancy on the rise. Based in Brisbane, you’ll take charge of end‑to‑end project delivery across impactful infrastructure and land development work. You’ll mentor up‑and‑coming engineers, collaborate closely with clients, and play a pivotal role in expanding the firm’s influence across Queensland.
Why you’ll love working here
At STP Consultants, you’ll work on diverse and technically interesting projects while being supported by a collaborative and down-to-earth team. Here, you’re not just another senior engineer, you’re a key voice in how we design, deliver and grow. We combine the capability to deliver major Queensland projects with a collaborative environment where your contribution truly matters. With two decades of strong industry reputation behind us, you’ll gain real career momentum, work across a wide mix of projects and be part of a culture that values curiosity, initiative and showing up with enthusiasm every day.
The good stuff (benefits)
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Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a generous salary package thoughtfully aligned with your experience, expertise, and the value you bring.
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Career Growth: Lead major civil projects, mentor engineers, and grow your technical and leadership impact.
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Professional Development: Ongoing CPD support to keep your skills sharp and your ambitions on track.
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Work-Life Balance: Flexible working, realistic project planning, and a supportive team culture that respects life outside of work while still delivering quality outcomes.
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Flexibility That Works for You: 9-day fortnight and flexible working hours to support your work-life Balance including the option to purchase additional leave.
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Wellbeing Support: Access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) whenever you need it.
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Recognition (the genuine kind): employee referral rewards and recognition programs that don’t feel like an afterthought.
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Inclusive Culture: Join a vibrant, supportive team that values diversity, collaboration, and regular social events.
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Stability & Reputation: Work with a respected, Australian-owned consultancy with a strong and diverse client base.
The role
- Lead the delivery of practical, future-focused civil engineering solutions across diverse projects from concept through to construction.
- Take ownership of civil engineering projects from feasibility to final delivery
- Prepare Civil DA reports and stormwater management plans that balance innovation with compliance
- Design a variety of infrastructure elements including roads, intersections, pavements, earthworks, and drainage systems
- Oversee construction phase activities including site inspections, contractor coordination, and contract administration
- Lead the development of high-quality tender and construction documentation
- Coordinate across internal disciplines and external consultants to deliver fully integrated outcomes
- Manage project budgets and ensure alignment with quality, safety, and performance standards
- Conduct site investigations and technical assessments to shape project strategy
- Review and sign off on design documentation prior to council or authority lodgement
- Act as a key liaison with architects, developers, contractors, and regulatory bodies
- Influence design reviews, risk workshops, and strategic project planning
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of systems, templates, and workflows
- Mentor and support junior engineers to grow technical depth and confidence
About you
We are looking for an experienced, technically strong and well-rounded engineer with a passion for quality and teamwork.
You will have:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (essential)
- 10+ years of experience in civil engineering design and consultancy
- Strong capability in stormwater, flood modelling, and pavement design
- Working knowledge of 12D, AutoCAD, DRAINS, MUSIC, XPStorm (not essential)
- Solid knowledge of Australian Standards, planning frameworks, and engineering codes
- Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- RPEQ registration (or eligibility)
- Must be Australian citizen/ permanent resident
- Business development and client liaison experience (advantageous)
- Experience with Queensland based projects will be highly regarded
About STP Consultants
For more than 20 years, STP Consultants has been a trusted name in Queensland’s engineering landscape. We’re a privately owned consultancy with teams specializing in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, Fire and Seismic engineering.
What sets us apart is our people and the way we work together. Our experienced leadership team brings a hands-on and collaborative approach to every project, creating an environment where people are supported to learn, contribute and grow while helping shape communities across Queensland.
How to apply
Send your CV and cover letter (including availability) to careers@stpconsultants.com.au or click Apply.
STP Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
