Conrad Consulting is a specialist recruitment agency for the construction and engineering sectors. This exciting international opportunity is for a world-class, mid-sized civil and structural engineering consultancy with a network of offices across Australia. The client is known for its tailored, smart solutions and a diverse team of technical professionals. They are expanding their Buildings Structures team in Brisbane and are seeking an experienced senior engineer to join at a leadership level, with a relocation package available for the right international candidate.
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Job Title: enior Associate – Structures (Brisbane, Australia)
Full Time, Permanent
📍 Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 🇦🇺
Company: Confidential (via Conrad Consulting)
Salary: Up to AU$200,000 + Package
Apply nowPosition Overview: Senior Associate – Structures
Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Associate – Structures to play a key role in their growing Brisbane team. This is a senior leadership and technical delivery role for a structural engineer with exceptional experience in building structures. You will enjoy a varied and prestigious portfolio, potentially working on projects ranging from bespoke architecturally designed homes to major public infrastructure like sports stadiums. The role combines advanced technical design, project leadership, client management, and mentorship of junior staff, offering a clear path to further directorship within a supportive and progressive firm.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be entrusted with the following strategic and technical duties:
- Technical Leadership & Delivery: Provide advanced technical expertise and take ownership of delivering complex structural engineering designs for a diverse range of building projects.
- Project & Commercial Management: Lead and manage projects from conception to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Manage client relationships and expectations.
- Team Mentorship & Development: Act as a senior figure within the team, providing guidance, technical review, and support to more junior engineers to foster their professional growth.
- Business Development Contribution: Support the growth of the structures team through technical excellence and client satisfaction, contributing to bids and proposals.
- Compliance & Innovation: Ensure all designs comply with relevant Australian standards and legal requirements, while applying innovative and efficient engineering solutions.
Candidate Requirements (Mandatory)
| Requirement Category | Specific Qualification |
|---|---|
| Education | Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. Chartered Engineer status (CPEng or equivalent) is highly advantageous. |
| Experience | Extensive, proven experience in structural engineering for building structures. Must demonstrate advanced technical knowledge and a portfolio of significant projects. |
| Leadership Skills | Proven ability to lead projects, manage deadlines and budgets, and take full ownership of engineering deliverables. |
| Interpersonal Skills | Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A collaborative team player who can also mentor and develop junior staff. |
| Legal Knowledge | Sound knowledge of relevant structural design standards (Australian standards experience is a plus, but transferable international knowledge is acceptable). |
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal Senior Associate for this role will be:
- A technically excellent and commercially astute engineer, respected for their design expertise and project leadership.
- A versatile and adaptable professional who thrives on project variety, from intricate residential work to large-scale commercial and public structures.
- A natural leader and mentor, committed to building team capability and fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
- Ambitious and client-focused, seeing this role as a platform for career progression towards Associate Director or Technical Director level.
Remuneration & Relocation
- Salary Package: An attractive package of up to AU$200,000 including base salary and benefits, commensurate with experience.
- Relocation Support: A relocation package is available to assist with the move to Brisbane, Australia.
- Work Environment: A friendly, supportive, and progressive team environment within a consultancy that values smart solutions and technical excellence.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What level of seniority is “Senior Associate”?
In Australian engineering consultancies, a Senior Associate is a key leadership position, typically one level below Associate Director or Technical Director. It signifies a senior professional who leads major projects, manages clients, and contributes to business development.
2. Is Australian standards experience mandatory?
While sound knowledge of relevant legal/design requirements is essential, direct experience with Australian Standards (AS) is likely preferred but not necessarily mandatory for an exceptional international candidate. The ability to quickly adapt to local codes is crucial.
3. What type of projects will I work on?
The portfolio is intentionally diverse and high-quality. Examples given range from high-end architecturally designed homes to Olympic-scale sports stadiums, indicating work across residential, commercial, institutional, and landmark public sectors.
4. How does the relocation process work?
The client offers a relocation package. Successful international candidates would typically be sponsored for a Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa or Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa, with support from the consultancy and potentially their migration agents.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced structural engineer seeking a senior leadership role in a world-class consultancy in Australia, Conrad Consulting and their client encourage you to apply.
Submit your CV via the original listing:
👉 Apply for Senior Associate – Structures Position
