CareerPlan

Principal Civil & Drainage Engineer Hybrid

Melbourne, VictoriaFull-time2026-10-18 → 2026-11-12

Core

Senior technical and design leadership for stormwater drainage projects across energy, resources, civic, water, and transport sectors.

Role type

Principal Civil & Drainage Engineer (Design & Project Management)

Builds

Stormwater drainage design packages and integrated civil engineering solutions

Domain

Civil Engineering / Hydrology & Hydraulics / Water Management

Required skills

Stormwater drainage design, Hydrologic analysis, Hydraulic analysis, 12d modeling, DRAINS modeling, RORB modeling, TUFLOW modeling, Project management, Client relationship management, Business development, Team mentoring, Technical leadership

Preferred skills

Experience with Victorian design and construction projects, MRPV projects, Melbourne Water approval processes

Technologies

12d, DRAINS, RORB, TUFLOW

Responsibilities

Lead stormwater drainage projects from concept through delivery, Direct hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and drainage design, Act as a trusted senior advisor on complex drainage challenges, Lead and contribute to multidisciplinary civil engineering projects, Manage project scope, programme, budget, risk, stakeholder engagement and client relationships, Mentor and guide the drainage team, Build strong client relationships and support business growth, Drive continuous improvement in drainage methods and design assurance

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership