Senior Civil Designer
As a Senior Civil Designer, you'll deliver expert civil design solutions for complex projects, autonomously navigating technical challenges and proactively developing creative solutions.
Technical
· Prepare high-quality, detailed designs, drawings, and cost estimates for civil
engineering projects (earthwork, roadworks, stormwater drainage, traffic management,
water/sewage reticulation, etc.), adhering to relevant standards and the quality
manual.
· Provide expert advice to clients on development requirements, ensuring compliance
with legislation and conditions.
· Investigate engineering problems and develop effective solutions and alternatives.
· Ensure all designs meet prescribed standards, conditions, and quality assurance
procedures within allocated timeframes and budgets.
· Continuously improving internal design systems and quality assurance processes.
· Successfully prioritise and manage workload to meet project deadlines.
· Collaborate effectively with engineering, drafting, and detailing personnel from project
initiation to construction completion.
· Coordinate other essential services (e.g. electrical, telecommunications) as required.
· Plan and implement design aspects of projects.
· Examine documents and drawings for completeness and accuracy before
client/authority submissions.
· Maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Health, Safety, Environment and Quality
· Ensure compliance with internal policies and relevant ISO standards and ensure
project document is retained as per HSEQ Management System
· Play a key role in developing and delivering systems or project administration training
for employees.
· Participate in HSEQ training, report incidents, and support a culture of safety and quality.
· Follow safety rules, identify and address risks, and promote a safe workplace.
· Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
· Proactively identify and assess potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement measures to ensure safety in design and on site
· Participating in Emergency Preparedness activities e.g. fire evacuations
Innovation
· Participate in discussions on work system improvements, including leveraging technology for information sharing, management, and quality control.
· Actively engage in reviewing work standards and monitoring processes, initiating recommendations for improvement.
· Assist clients to identify sustainable options and implications.
· Bring ideas forward on how we can improve the way we deliver our partner’s experience.
- Department
- Civil Team
- Role
- Senior Civil Designer
- Locations
- Perth
- Employment type
- Full-time
About Peritas
Founded by three brothers with one vision, Peritas has grown into a leading engineering design consultancy delivering award-winning civil and structural solutions across Australia.
Why You’ll Love Working at Peritas
We value your expertise and reward it with a competitive salary and opportunities for both flexible working hours and a work-from-home day each week. Take an extra monthly balance day, and join us for free Thursday lunches. Connect with colleagues at social and wellbeing events, and grow your career through customised development and leadership programs designed to empower your professional journey.
At Peritas, we don’t just deliver exceptional engineering—we create a workplace where people, culture, and career growth come first.