Principal Civil Engineer - Urban Development

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About this role

Company Description

Egis is a leading global organisation in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services. We partner with clients to design, deliver and operate smarter infrastructure and places that respond to the world’s evolving needs.

With more than 22,000 employees worldwide, we combine global capability with strong local insight. Our multidisciplinary expertise enables us to deliver innovative, practical and sustainable solutions that help build more balanced, resilient communities.

At Egis, you’ll be part of a business shaping the future of cities, transport, energy and the built environment, creating lasting impact where it matters most.

Job Description

The Queensland Urban Development team is growing! We're seeking a technically excellent Principal Engineer to join our team based in Sunshine Coast who is interested to make their mark leading impactful projects locally within QLD and nationally!  Our Queensland Urban Development team is 50+ strong and responsible for some of the leading development projects in South East Queensland.

This role is ideal for a Chartered Engineer with strong leadership abilities and significant technical expertise in large-scale greenfield and brownfield developments, as well as commercial, industrial, and medium-density projects. You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering landmark projects, mentoring our talented team, and driving innovation in urban development.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional seeking future pathways into team or business management.

You'll be responsible for:

  • Provide technical expertise and advice through the different stages of the project lifecycle from feasibility studies, concept and detailed design through to construction administration and certification
  • Lead and deliver high quality proposal documentation, fee estimation, methodology development, client liaison and contract negotiation
  • Lead project teams of engineers, providing technical advice and direction to all employee levels through technical challenges and issues
  • Lead meetings with project stakeholders including clients, other Egis disciplines as well as external consultants
  • Assist in reviewing technical deliverables such as technical reports, detail designs and construction quality assurance data etc. to ensure compliance to relevant standards
  • Manage work technically and contractually to ensure that it meets technical requirements and is performed within the bounds of the organisation’s policies and procedures
  • Undertake financial management of projects by monitoring the actual time and cost expended on the total project against the budget, informing client of any changes in scope of work or other causes of variances from project resources.

Qualifications

Ideally, you will have 12+ years’ experience with demonstrated technical expertise with urban development engineering. In addition, you will also have:

  • A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
  • CPEng status (or close to obtaining)
  • RPEQ or willingness to obtain
  • Experience in successfully managing projects meeting Client objectives.
  • Strong technical expertise in civil design with knowledge of relevant guidelines,  Australian Standards, and Local Council Planning Schemes.
  • Strong understanding of greenfield projects
  • Strong organisational and interpersonal skills for facilitating internal and external stakeholder engagements and business development opportunities.

Additional Information

We are open to considering this role on a full-time, part-time or job-share basis. Please let us know of your flexibility requirements.

Egis is committed to creating an inclusive, creative culture that embraces diversity and flexibility. We offer generous parental leave, support flexible work practices and strive to create an environment where employees can connect, collaborate, grow and succeed.

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This Principal Civil Engineer - Urban Development role at egisgroup is based in QLD, Sunshine Coast, Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia, au. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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This Principal Civil Engineer - Urban Development position at egisgroup was posted on May 19, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Principal Civil Engineer - Urban Development
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