Project Technical Lead, Hydraulic Engineer (Buildings) - ( 260000KJ )
Description
About the Role
Our Perth Buildings group are seeking a Project Technical Leader, Hydraulic Engineer. This role is suitable for a qualified candidate to take the lead on a diverse range of projects. We are looking for someone with Hydraulic design consultancy experience within the building services sector.
The successful candidate will be able to apply their technical skills and demonstrate commitment in a way which ensures projects are thoroughly designed, personally reviewed and delivered on time. You will be expected to service projects including those of relatively large size, of high complexity and with multiple clients.
Stantec are involved in a vast variety of project types and sizes from data centres, health, defence, high-rise and education to refurbishments and site investigations. The successful candidate will be working in a strong team environment (Hydraulic and other Building Services disciplines) and will need to manage several projects at any one time. You will be self-motivated, resourceful and a great communicator.
Day to day tasks would involve:
Develop hydraulic building services designs, including water supply, sewerage, stormwater, and gas systems.
Lead client-facing project delivery from concept through to construction, ensuring high-quality outcomes and strong stakeholder satisfaction.
Prepare technical documentation, calculations, assessments, specifications, and tender packages for a variety of building projects
Conduct site inspections, defect reporting, and respond to RFIs during construction.
Prioritise workloads whilst ensuring our clients’ needs are met
Continue to build and develop your professional profile across WA
Ensure compliance with Australian Standards, Building Codes, and client specifications
Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
To be successful for this role you'll need:
Be degree qualified in an engineering discipline
Have 7 years hydraulic building services work experience within the consulting or engineering industry
Self-management skills will be as important as your technical design and project management abilities
Ideally be well connected within the industry and able to foster client relationships
Technically strong in terms of understanding the key elements of the design and construction associated with Hydraulic Engineering works.
Ability to make quality business decisions
Ability to multitask and deliver high profile projects in a timely manner
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
What we offer
Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
Professional Memberships.
Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI).
Mental Health, Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Programs.
Service Recognition Awards.
About Stantec
The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 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.
Culture
Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI , neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.
We are committed to reconciliation and to building respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We’re better together when different perspectives are welcomed and valued, and we’re committed to a workplace where everyone can belong and thrive. If you need any adjustments to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know.
How to apply
If this position is of interest, please apply via the link below.
Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.
Qualifications
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Primary Location : Australia-Western Australia-Perth
Organization : BC-3012 Buildings-AU Western Australia
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : No
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Aug 16, 2026, 8:15:37 PM
Req ID: 260000KJ
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans