Lead Civil Engineer – Water & Wastewater

Location: Brisbane

Salary: $170K to $210K + benefits

Shape the future of Queensland’s water infrastructure

This is an opportunity to lead, grow, and build something new within a long-established consultancy that has been delivering iconic projects across Queensland and NSW for decades.

As the Lead Civil Engineer, you’ll establish and grow a new water business unit within a respected multi-disciplinary team, backed by internal referrals and strong cross-functional collaboration. You’ll have the autonomy to shape your own team, drive project excellence, and create enduring value for the communities you serve.



What You’ll Deliver

• Technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Oversight of feasibility, design, and delivery phases for pipelines, pump stations, treatment plants, and associated civil infrastructure.
• Delivery of network modelling and analysis, supporting network planning, optimisation, and detailed design.
• Use and oversight of modelling tools such as InfoWater, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, MIKE URBAN, and Synergi Water to assess asset capacity, system performance, and growth impacts.
• Mentoring and development of emerging engineers while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
• Client engagement and project delivery for local and state government clients, ensuring technical excellence and commercial outcomes.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (essential).
• RPEQ registration or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Minimum 10+ years’ experience in water and wastewater infrastructure, ideally within consulting or design environments.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic and network modelling, with hands-on experience in one or more major platforms such as WaterGEMS, InfoWater, MIKE URBAN, Synergi Water, or similar.
• Knowledge of the local QLD market is essential for this client-facing role.
• Demonstrated success leading projects, teams, and client relationships across local government and utility sectors.
• Deep understanding of industry standards, design codes, and regulatory frameworks.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset with a focus on building capability and delivering sustainable outcomes.

Why This Role

You’ll be part of a consultancy with a proud legacy that combines technical excellence with genuine community impact. This is a rare opportunity to create, influence, and lead within a team that values innovation, relationships, and purpose-driven work.

At Telos Co (formerly Utility Careers), we’re proud to be Australia’s specialist recruiter for the water and asset-intensive sectors. We work exclusively with organisations that value capability, culture, and long-term impact.

Please note, applicants must already hold unrestricted working rights in Australia, as our client is not offering sponsorship on this occasion.