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Stantec Senior Mechanical Engineer - Water Infrastructure in SOUTH BRISBANE, Australia
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Water Infrastructure - ( 250000X9 )
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 400 water specialists in Australia collaborate to make sure the best people sit around the table. With exciting projects in the pipeline, we are looking to expand our teams and seek the change-makers, innovators, leaders and collaborators to join us. How will you impact Australia’s water solutions? Grow with us, H20 U.
Our Water Division is experiencing significant growth, presenting the opportunity for an Intermediate-to-Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the Treatment team 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 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, particularly water and wastewater treatment facilities.
Conduct and manage site inspections 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
Interested in leadership opportunities?
In addition from the above-mentioned position, successful applicants for this role may be eligible to apply for newly created team leadership opportunities where you will play a key role in the continued growth of the Treatment team in Queensland.
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.
Solid leadership abilities including managing junior engineers and subconsultants, and a desire to build skills in a team leadership context.
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
A bout 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.
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.
Qualifications
- Tertiary Qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field along with CPEng (or ability to obtain).
Primary Location : Australia-Queensland-South Brisbane
Organization : BC-3002 Water-AU Australia
Employee Status : Contract
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : No
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Mar 9, 2025, 7:16:04 PM
Req ID: 250000X9
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