We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Civil Engineer to join our Brisbane team. This fantastic role will suit someone looking to work on various projects in a friendly and supportive team with a growing market leader. This role is located in our Brisbane office, which is centrally located in the heart of the city’s CBD.

Who we are

Orion Group is a dynamic multi-disciplinary land development company that has become known for providing exceptional value to our clients. We are rapidly growing business with five offices across QLD and NSW. We are a diverse team of project managers, engineers, surveyors, and planners and have recently surpassed the 100-employee milestone.

We use our deep understanding of development to drive innovative solutions for complex projects. We continue to grow as a direct result of our expertise, innovative attitude, quality of service and, solid business practices and a culture to expand horizons. We are market leaders in our industry because of our vision and commitment to integrity, quality, and reliability.

Our vision is to be Australia’s leading source of professional services advice in our sector. We will change what it means to be a professional in our industry and we hope you will join us and play a part in achieving our goal.

Responsibilities

• In partnership with the Engineering Manager, lead the coordination and resourcing of the design team to ensure project and client milestones are achieved.
• Oversee design operations to maintain high responsiveness to clients, project managers and authorities, ensuring delivery to Orion standards.
• Lead project design delivery, coordinating drafting activities and applying advanced proficiency in 12D/Civil 3D, DRAINS, MUSIC and AutoCAD.
• Manage project budgets, invoicing and fee proposals (including variations), ensuring commercial performance and technical excellence.
• Provide leadership in stakeholder engagement and business development, strengthening client relationships and identifying growth opportunities.
• Drive quality assurance and continuous improvement by ensuring compliance with the Quality Management System and Integrated Management System (IMS), while advancing engineering standards, best practices and innovative methodologies.

Skills and Expertise

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with RPEQ accreditation (or actively working towards registration).
• Minimum 8+ years’ experience in civil engineering design within urban land development projects.
• Advanced proficiency in 12D/Civil 3D, DRAINS, MUSIC and AutoCAD, with strong technical capability in hydrological and hydraulic design.
• Demonstrated expertise in Australian Standards and LGA road and drainage design principles, with the ability to independently prepare road, lot and drainage strategies.
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate design and drafting activities, providing technical oversight and maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality.
• Strong leadership, communication and time management skills, with the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively to meet project deadlines and budget requirements.

Employee Benefits

• Professional development, mentoring & coaching.
• A range of flexible work options.
• Community days and cultural celebrations.
• Access to innovative technology.
• Employee assistance program.
• Annual performance appraisal and learning & development plans.
• Regular team-building activities, social activities, and team sports.
• Paid parental leave.

Orion Group highly values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates.