Principal Structural Engineer - Structural Lead

Title: Principal Structural Engineer / Structural Lead - ( 260000DQ )

Location: South Brisbane Australia

Job Description:

Stantec's Water team in Australia has an impressive portfolio of successful major projects that are already positively impacting our communities across the country. We know that finding solutions to our water issues is critical, and so our diverse network of more than four hundred water specialists in Australia collaborate across business lines and geographies to ensure the best outcomes are achieved. With exciting projects in the pipeline, we are looking to expand our team and seek the change-makers, innovators, leaders and collaborators to join us. How will you impact Australia's water solutions? Grow with us! H2O+U.

As our Water Division continues its rapid growth, we are seeking a Principal Structural Engineer to take on a leading role in shaping the future of our Brisbane structural team. This is a rare opportunity to influence major water infrastructure projects across Queensland and nationally, with the ability to drive technical excellence and creating a legacy within a highly respected consultancy.

About the role: Drive Stantec's success by providing specialist engineering expertise across major Water projects in Australia and internationally, supporting project managers and group leaders with high‑level technical input, and delivering strong project leadership to ensure outcomes meet client expectations and Stantec's standards for schedule, quality and technical excellence.

A day in the life of a Principal Structural Engineer looks like:

• Lead the structural direction of major water and wastewater infrastructure projects-shaping outcomes from early concept through to delivery.

• Solve complex engineering challenges with clarity and confidence, delivering innovative, practical solutions that differentiate Stantec in the market.

• Act as a trusted advisor to clients by building long-term relationships and influencing decisions through insight, credibility, and a deep understanding of project drivers.

• Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams to drive high-quality outcomes across all phases of delivery.

• Mentor and develop engineers, strengthening capability and fostering a high-performance, growth-oriented team culture.

• Contribute to the growth of the structural discipline by sharing knowledge, improving standards, and influencing practice at both a local and national level.

• Take ownership of technical performance by balancing scope, program, cost, and risk to consistently deliver successful outcomes.

• Deliver high-quality technical outputs, including complex design solutions, calculations, and compelling engineering documentation.

• Enhance the way we deliver work by improving processes, systems, and quality standards.

• Support business growth through technical input into proposals, bids, and client engagement.

• Maintain and advance your professional expertise, staying at the forefront of structural engineering practice.

• Lead by example, delivering all work in line with Stantec's Core Values and commitment to excellence.

To be successful for this role you'll present:

• A recognised degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.

• Extensive experience (typically 10 years) delivering complex structural solutions across civil infrastructure projects

• RPEQ registration (or ability to obtain through mutual recognition).

• Strong technical judgement, with a deep understanding of design standards, construction methodologies, and real-world application.

• A proven ability to solve complex problems and deliver practical, elegant, and buildable solutions.

• Demonstrated structural leadership experience within multidisciplinary project environments.

• A strong personal standard of quality, with pride in the work you deliver and the impact it creates.

• A collaborative, client-focused mindset, with experience working alongside water authorities, contractors, and key stakeholders.

• Highly developed business and commercial acumen, with the ability to balance technical excellence with project performance outcomes.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence, engage, and clearly articulate complex ideas.

• Experience in the water and wastewater sector, particularly in the design of water-retaining structures, will be highly regarded.

Stantec offerings:

Along with a competitive salary and vibrant culture, we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment

• Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programs, online learning and on-the-job learning

• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.

• Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others

• Professional Memberships

• Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)

• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs

• Service Recognition Awards

• Employee Assistance Program

About us

The Stantec community unites over 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

It's our people that sets us apart… and we hope that includes you!

Primary Location : Australia-Queensland-South Brisbane

Organization : BC-3002 Water-AU Australia

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Req ID: 260000DQ

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans