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Design Manager / Technical Director - Maritime

Brisbane, QueenslandFull-time2026-10-14 → 2026-11-11
On-site

Core

Lead the planning, assessment, design, and delivery of maritime infrastructure projects including wharves, jetties, ferry terminals, port developments, marinas, pontoons, and seawalls.

Role type

Senior Design Manager / Technical Director (Maritime Infrastructure)

Builds

Maritime infrastructure projects (wharves, jetties, terminals, ports, marinas, pontoons, seawalls)

Domain

Civil/Structural Engineering, Maritime Infrastructure, Ports & Defence

Required skills

Design management, Technical leadership, Project delivery, Multidisciplinary team coordination, Stakeholder management, Commercial judgement, Problem-solving, Technical reporting, Mentoring

Preferred skills

Chartered status, RPEQ registration, Business growth, Major project delivery

Technologies

Australian and international maritime design standards and guidelines

Responsibilities

Lead planning, assessment, design, and delivery of maritime infrastructure projects; Lead design teams including engineers, scientists, and drafters; Manage project scope, quality, program, budget, risk, and design interfaces; Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and collaborate on complex projects; Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders; Prepare proposals and pursue opportunities; Prepare and review technical reports, specifications, and design documentation; Coach and mentoring developing engineers; Provide design management and technical leadership across projects in Australia and internationally.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities