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Principal Civil Engineer Water, Drainage & InfrastructurePrincipal Civil Engineer Water, Drainage & InfrastructureGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from Geoporte AustraliaGeoporte is seeking a highly experienced and well-connected Principal Civil Engineer to lead our stormwater, integrated water, and flood management services in Victoria.This is a leadership role that blends technical excellence with business development, ideal for someone with a proven track record of delivering projects and securing work from local councils, Melbourne Water, catchment management authorities, and other Victorian stakeholders.At Geoporte, we value ambition and initiative. If you''re someone whos driven to grow, lead, and shape the future of water infrastructure, wed be proud to welcome you to our team.About GeoporteGeoporte is a specialist engineering design and advisory consultancy with a growing presence across Australia, New Zealand, and the Middle East. Known for our agile, solution-focused approach, we deliver fully integrated civil, geotechnical, structural, and water infrastructure designs that are technically robust, cost-effective, and grounded in real-world constructability. Our team brings deep local knowledge, cutting-edge digital tools, and global project experience to solve complex engineering challenges from flood resilience and stormwater harvesting to urban infrastructure and transport corridors.About the RoleYou will lead Geoportes water infrastructure and flood management initiatives in Victoria combining strategic business development with the delivery of robust stormwater, drainage, and flood resilience projects. You will shape solutions, mentor the team, and act as the technical lead for integrated water planning.Key Responsibilities:- Lead stormwater drainage design, flood studies, WSUD, and integrated water management strategies- Provide technical leadership on flood modelling and drainage design, including review and guidance on 1D/2D hydraulic modelling outputs (e.g., TUFLOW, HEC-RAS), supported by specialist modelers- Engage with councils and water authorities to identify, win, and deliver new projects- Mentor a growing team of engineers and collaborate across disciplines- Contribute to proposals, submissions, and strategic growth planningKey Requirements:- 10+ years of experience in stormwater, floodplain management, or water infrastructure projects- Deep understanding of Victorian planning, water, and environmental regulatory frameworks- Demonstrated success in winning and delivering council and water authority projects in Victoria- Strong experience leading WSUD, IWM, and flood mitigation strategies, including review of floodplain mapping and coordination of modelling tasks- Skilled in tools such as TUFLOW, eWater MUSIC, RORB, Civil 3D, and/or 12d- CPEng and RPEV preferred- Roadworks and civil infrastructure design experience- Established local network and client relationships in Victorias water industry- Base salary commensurate with experience- Performance-based bonuses linked to project delivery and business development contributions- Potential for equity or profit-sharing for high-performing leaders who contribute significantly to business growth- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance- Opportunities to work on international projects with Geoportes teams across North America, Middle East, Asia and New Zealand- Support for continued professional development and career progressionIf youre ready to make your mark and help shape Victorias future water and infrastructure outcomes, we want to hear from you.Apply now or message us in confidence to discuss further.#Geoporte #WaterEngineering #FloodModelling #StormwaterDesign #CivilEngineeringJobs #MelbourneWater #WSUD #HiringNow #VictoriaJobs #PrincipalEngineerSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesCivil EngineeringReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Geoporte Australia by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Principal Civil Engineer roles.Join WSP Water Group in Adelaide, Sydney, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast or MelbourneMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month ago**Expression of Interest - Dams Engineers**Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoSenior / Principal Mechanical Engineer - DamsMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$188,297.00-A$256,088.00 2 weeks agoCranbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoDam Engineering, Principal or Technical DirectorMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 6 days agoMoorabbin, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$140,000.00-A$200,000.00 5 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 8 months agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 17 hours agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$90,000.00-A$140,000.00 4 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoDocklands, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoDocklands, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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