Senior Civil Designer

About the role

Peritas is seeking a Senior Civil Designer to lead the creation of high‑quality civil engineering designs for complex projects across Australia. You will work autonomously, solving technical challenges and delivering innovative, compliant solutions that shape better futures.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare detailed designs, drawings and cost estimates for earthworks, roadworks, stormwater drainage, traffic management and water/sewage reticulation.
• Provide expert advice to clients, ensuring compliance with legislation and project conditions.
• Investigate engineering problems, develop effective alternatives and ensure designs meet Australian Standards and quality procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, drafting and detailing teams from project initiation through construction.
• Coordinate with other services such as electrical and telecommunications where required.
• Review documents and drawings for completeness before client submission and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design systems, processes and sustainable options.

Required profile

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in civil engineering design and documentation.
• Advanced Diploma of Engineering, Engineering Technology or equivalent relevant experience.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Advanced proficiency in 12D.
• Advanced proficiency in Civil 3D.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards.
• Cost estimation for civil infrastructure projects.

What we offer

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible working hours and one work‑from‑home day per week (hybrid model).
• Extra monthly balance day.
• Free Thursday lunches and regular social & wellbeing events.
• Customised development and leadership programs.