AddressOur Water Division is experiencing significant growth, presenting the opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer based in our Brisbane office. This position is crucial for providing technical expertise and lead technical teams to develop and deliver the most appropriate technical solution for key water and wastewater projects.
A day in the life of a Senior Mechanical Engineer looks like:
- Undertake a range of duties in carrying out and/or managing designs and engineering projects to provide high level technical service to internal and external clients.
- Work collaboratively with our clients to deliver new infrastructure and upgrades across the asset lifecycle
- Conduct and manage site surveys and investigations, produce calculations, specifications and drawings to ensure that technical designs provide appropriate solutions
- Provide technical expertise in Mechanical Engineering to meet project needs
- Plan, program and coordinate the specific projects, as lead Mechanical Engineer, to deliver the agreed outputs on budget, on time and to quality standards
- Lead and manage proposal development including preparing value propositions, methodologies, fee estimates, risk reviews, arrange legal reviews, terms and conditions etc.
- Liaise with Project Managers to set and maintain budgets and ensure project managers are informed of the timing, costs and any other pertinent issues
- Ability to lead the delivery of projects, and liaise with clients and other stakeholders when necessary
- Organise tender documents, evaluate tenders and contracts
- Supervise and mentor junior staff in your field of expertise
To be successful for this role you'll present:
- Tertiary Qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field along with CPEng (or ability to obtain).
- A minimum of 6 to 8-years mechanical/infrastructure engineering experience – design and construction.
- Exceptional leadership abilities including managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams.
- Advanced knowledge of water and wastewater services and the delivery environment.
- Strong experience in the assessment and management of risk
- Highly developed problem solving and negotiation skills to resolve disputes that arise
- Strong understanding of D&C or alternative delivery projects.
- Solid communication skills across written and verbal modes of communication with the ability to tell a compelling story.
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 programmes, 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 Stantec
The Stantec community unites approximately 30,000 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.
We care about the communities we serve—because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
Culture
Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI+, neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.
How to apply:
Submit your most recent CV outlining your relevant experience to this position by following the below link.
No Agency CV’s will be accepted.
