HDR

Principal Highways Engineer / Design Manager (Victoria) - (177766)

Description

About Us

At HDR, we specialise in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. However, we take a modest approach to talking about ourselves so you may not be familiar with our achievements. We are a growing international consultant, ranked in the Top Ten Design Firms in the World (ENR 2023 Top 500 Design Firms). Established for more than a century, with over 13,000 staff and an employee-owned company with shareholding available to all staff following probation, we offer something different. 

In Australia, our team already provides design services to some of the largest transportation projects across Queensland, including the Coomera Connector Stage 1 Central Package and we are now looking for an experienced practitioner to join our team in Victoria as part of enhancing our Australia capability. 

HDR supports a diverse and inclusive work environment as well as equal employment opportunities. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people of culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

The Role

As part of our continued growth in Australia, HDR is currently seeking a highly experienced Highways Engineer at Principal or Associate Director level to join our Transport Infrastructure business. Based in Melbourne, this role will see you taking the technical lead on highway projects, providing technical leadership and mentoring to our growing team. You may also act as Design Manager for these projects. Utilising your experience and expertise, and working alongside our Regional Director in Victoria, you will be responsible for driving further business development and growth activities for HDR across the region through your established industry relationships with clients and contractors and your reputation for delivery.

As Principal Highways Engineer / Design Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Serve in a senior technical role on complex highway planning, design and design & construct projects.
• Foster and grow client relationships across the region.
• Oversee and undertake the production of technical reports and construction documents.
• Conduct technical reviews & verification of projects.
• Be a team player with a drive for continuous learning.
• Contribute to building a strong, diverse organisation that embraces inclusion with respect and appreciation for the value we each bring to our clients and to HDR.
• Coach and mentor our growing team.

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Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering.
• 15+ years’ relevant experience
• Consulting experience – required.
• Proficiency in design and documentation with comprehensive understanding of AustRoads and VicRoads standards.
• Excellent highway engineering skills with significant recent experience in the design and management of road projects in Victoria.
• Member of Engineers Australia.
• Accredited as a Victorian Registered Professional Engineer (RPEng).
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

This role is well suited to a highly experienced highways engineer or design manager who enjoys technical delivery, managing and growing client relationships and mentoring a fantastic team, all whilst working for a global organisation that is 100% employee owned. It is also an opportunity to join a small but growing team in Melbourne and be part of developing not only the technical expertise but being able to shape the recruitment, growth and culture of the practice as the team grows to support the Victorian and Australian market.

Benefits & Culture

• Broad-based Employee Shares Program – read more here
• Global organisation with opportunities for international travel and collaboration
• Award-winning sustainable projects
• Flexible work arrangements
• Financial advice and wellbeing programs
• HDR University learning platform with access to webinars, LinkedIn Learning, and the Pinnacle Series
• Rewards program including referrals, long service awards, and certification bonuses.
• Company paid Annual Professional Membership Fees
• Company paid Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers.
• Employee Assistance Program
• A culture that supports and encourages inclusion and diversity where each of us are welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you licence to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way. 

Primary Location

: Australia-VIC-Melbourne

Industry

: Highway + Road

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass: Highways

Job Posting

: Apr 18, 2024