Civil Engineer - Project Leader (Property and Buildings)
About Us
Pritchard Francis is a market leading consulting firm with offices in Perth, Broome, Albany and Darwin. We provide services across all regions of Western Australian and Northern Australian within all aspects of civil and structural engineering including transport, land development, engineering infrastructure and built form projects.
Opportunity
Our team is growing, and we have exciting opportunities for you to join us! Our Project Leaders are an integral part of our team delivering quality services on projects from around Australia. You will be encouraged to embrace challenges, develop innovative solutions, and progress your career.
We are seeking a suitable candidate for a Civil Engineer - Project Leader (Property and Buildings) position in our Perth office, who can demonstrate extensive experience (5-15 years) in the Property and Building sector. We will also consider interest from high-performing Project Engineer candidates that express interest in advancing their career to the next level.
Our Property and Building team are industry leaders, passionate about tackling the complex and sophisticated challenges of the built envoironment, to deliver innovative solutions that create bespoke outcomes to satisfy client and community benefits.
Pritchard Francis have a strong workflow backed by a repeat client base which covers all facets of Property and Building work inclusive of multi-storey residential, shopping centres, bulky goods, offices, industrial warehouses, hotels, education, aged care and health projects.
Role Responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
1. All aspects of design in civil engineering with a focus on Property and Building projects, including bulk earthworks, pavement and stormwater designs utilising best practice methodologies.
2. Leading and delivering discrete packages of work independently and in collaboration with the team.
3. Managing projects including resourcing, scheduling, cash flow and the preparation of project budgets.
4. Fee preparation and scope management throughout the lifecycle of the project.
5. Preparation of design sketches and details for drafting by technical staff and oversee the design development and documentation.
6. Facilitate coordination with our Structural Property team, to deliver a seamless, coordinated design.
7. Liaising with and coordinating various stakeholders including clients, local government, and authorities.
8. Meet our client expectations of projects being delivered on time and with a high degree of accuracy.
9. Identify issues and problems, develop appropriate solutions, and ask for assistance when required.
10. Undertaking quality reviews for deliverables produced.
11. Gather data and evidence to prepare engineering studies, analysis and calculations, including the preparation of technical reports and specifications.
12. Attend site for inspections.
We are keen to hear from candidates with 5 or more years’ experience who have a strong technical base and want to grow into project management and leadership roles. You will receive mentoring and support from Principal Civil Engineers and Project Directors, to develop and tailor your role to suit your strengths and passions to support career growth.
What You Will Bring
Key skills and experience of the successful candidate will include:
13. Tertiary level qualifications in Civil Engineering.
14. 5 years plus experience in a consulting environment with relevant Property and Building industry experience.
15. Chartered status with Engineers Australia would be beneficial, but not essential.
16. Strong communication and liaison abilities to engage with clients and other engineers.
17. Ability to deal with multiple stakeholders, managing and maintaining client relationships.
18. Ability to work accurately and efficiently within a busy client focused team.
19. Strong practical understanding, proactive high-level thinking, and high attention to detail.
20. Familiar with software such as AutoCAD and 12D would be beneficial, but not essential.
21. Be self-motivated with the ability work autonomously with a focus on delivery and service.
22. Be a team player willing to pitch in and help to get the work done.
Technical and Industry Experience
23. A comprehensive knowledge of applicable Australian Standards, Local Government Authority Standards, statutory and regulatory requirements.
24. Exposure to developing civil design across a range of project cycles utilising relevant standards utilising best practice methodologies.
25. Agile with working in multiple platforms and environment including the use of 365 suite and various other collaboration tools.
26. Competent use of civil engineering specific software.
27. Worked with team with diverse background.
Why Work for us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly reputable consultancy to gain experience on a variety of projects. As a member of our team, you will be provided with learning and development opportunities with access to training, mentoring and support for career progression. We value and reward hard working individuals and provide an energetic culture in a friendly, collaborative team environment. You will enjoy the autonomy of leading projects and managing teams, whilst working in a collaborative, talented and diverse team of professionals.
We offer a range of benefits and initiatives including:
28. Excellent remuneration packages.
29. Flexible working hours and working from anywhere.
30. Parental leave & purchased additional annual leave.
31. An employee assistance program.
32. Professional development and career progression support.
33. Employee Assistance Program.
34. End of trip facilities.
How to Apply
Apply via with your CV and cover letter, outlining your experience in line with the requirements set out above.
35. You must have working rights in Australia to be considered for this role.
36. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply for this position.
37. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.