Principal Pavement Engineer

Work with clients and partners on iconic infrastructure projects globally Grow your personal brand and profile by working and engaging with Clients on major transport infrastructure projects Be part of a dynamic and premier engineering consultancy. About SMEC SMEC provides unique opportunities to work on iconic industry projects with experienced colleagues and leadership teams. We support and empower employees to drive innovation initiatives within a well‑established and growing organisation. Every employee plays a key role in shaping our business and is driven by teamwork, progressive thinking and creative ideas. We are committed to providing platforms to enable our people to engage in the business, deliver value to clients and develop their careers. Infrastructure At SMEC, we understand that our continued success within the infrastructure market is the result of building long‑term client relationships. We listen and understand the specific needs of our clients and deliver a complete value chain of services to provide sustainable solutions across major infrastructure projects worldwide. The role We are currently seeking a talented and industry recognised Principal Pavement Engineer that will work in our Transport Group to deliver major transport infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand. This will be a senior role that will also focus on mentoring and managing our complement of developing engineers in our national pavements team. As this is a national role, we are open to the position being based in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane. With a minimum of 15 year’s industry experience in planning, concept and detailed pavement engineering design, you will play a key role in delivering major road & highway projects across our portfolio of projects. With a track record of achievement in a similar role, you will have gained your experience in an engineering design consultancy and have a passion for building trusted relationships to drive positive change, attract clients and play an influential role with new work opportunities. Suitable applicants will have / be : Degree qualified – Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering or similar) Min 15 years’ technical experience and knowledge of the Australian pavement design standards and practices Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with public and private sector clients Sound project management and hands‑on experience, encompassing administrative, commercial and technical aspects. Experience in the co‑ordination, design and delivery of pavement projects within multi‑disciplinary engineering projects Excellent oral and written communication skills Able to prepare and or review technical reports Work effectively in a team environment In return, SMEC offers you the benefits that come from working in a global multidisciplinary consultancy in an environment where your fresh ideas and enthusiasm will be welcomed and rewarded. Link to benefits: Wrap up As an inclusive and growing organisation, SMEC is committed to building a global community of talented professionals and thought leaders. We recognise the value and importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace and look for people with different backgrounds, skills and expertise to drive innovation and shared learning across our growing global network. SMEC is committed to equitable recruitment practices and encourages applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders decent. Learn more about SMEC: How to apply All applications must be submitted online. To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link below and follow the prompts. For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Nicholas Fischer-White – To find out more about SMEC, please visit our careers page at All recruitment activities go through our Resourcing function and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SMEC employees / managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees. #J-18808-Ljbffr