Civil Engineer/ Superintendent, Urban Infrastructure

SMEC Services Pty Limited

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Parramatta Until 8/22/2026 4+ years exp First posted January 23, 2026 Last posted January 23, 2026
Job description
  • Play a critical role in the built environment by uplifting lives, creating regenerative environments and advancing industries
  • Work in a truly flexible environment with an incredibly supportive team
  • Environment where collaboration and innovation are encouraged

Create futures worth inheriting with SMEC and the SJ Group

About SMEC

SMEC provides unique opportunities to work on iconic industry projects alongside experienced colleagues and leadership teams. We support and empower employees to drive innovation initiatives within a well-established and growing organisation.

With over 16,500 employees working from 120 offices across 40+ countries throughout Australasia, Asia, the Middle East, the UK, Africa, and North and South America, we partner with our parent company Surbana Jurong and sister company Robert Bird Group (RBG) to deliver integrated Infrastructure, Urban Development, and Management Services expertise to clients worldwide.

The Role

We are currently seeking a Civil Engineer / Superintendent to coordinate, manage, and deliver the end-to-end project life cycle for high-profile urban/land development, subdivision, earthworks, and urban renewal projects.

With previous experience in the urban/land development market, the successful candidate will apply innovative, economical, and practical methods to drive the success of complex, high-priority, major urban development projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage complex and large-scale urban projects from start to finish, including feasibility, design, and construction management
  • Undertake financial management, client liaison, and contract administration of assigned projects
  • Provide oversight and governance to resolve project issues and ensure high-quality project outcomes
  • Provide coaching and support to project personnel
  • Undertake technical problem-solving
  • Source, build, and maintain strong and effective client relationships through successful project delivery and targeted activities

About You

  • Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or equivalent
  • Minimum 4 years domestic superintendency experience, with an urban development/land development focus
  • Previous experience working within an Engineering Design Consultancy
  • High level communication skills to advise and guide project delivery in a pro-active manner
  • Knowledge of relevant design codes, Local Regulatory Authority Guidelines and Australian Standards

SMEC is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and gender‑equitable workforce and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds across engineering and technical disciplines. We provide a supportive and flexible working environment that recognises individual contribution, supports career progression, and enables our people to balance work and life at all stages of their career.
 

As a family‑friendly employer, we offer flexible working arrangements and benefits including 18 weeks of universal paid parental leave. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that supports gender equity, LGBTI+ inclusion and First Nations representation, with access to strong professional networks, role models, and mentoring and sponsorship programs.

How to Apply

To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link and follow the prompts. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Awestha Momand awestha.momand@smec.com

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.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!

About this role

Summary

Manage and deliver urban development projects, coordinate teams, and ensure project success.

Job title

Civil Engineer/ Superintendent, Urban Infrastructure

Experience level

4+ years

Minimum experience

4+ years exp

Industry

infrastructure

Location requirements

Parramatta, flexible work allowed, onsite preferred

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

civil engineeringproject managementcontract administrationdesign codesAustralian Standards

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

urban developmentland developmentproject managementearthworksurban renewal
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Parramatta NSW 2150, Australia

On-site City