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Our strong project delivery record, industry reputation and trusted partnerships have driven significant growth, creating outstanding career development and project opportunities for our people.\nWe’re known for our collaborative “One Team” culture and our commitment to working closely with clients and construction partners to achieve exceptional results. Our open, inclusive environment ensures people are valued, supported and able to thrive. By joining KBR, you become part of a team that works together, shares common values and is united in delivering great outcomes.\nThe Opportunity:\nWe are seeking an experienced Hydraulic Project Lead to join our growing team and drive the design, coordination and successful delivery of diverse and challenging projects across Australia. With a strong focus on defence, buildings and infrastructure, you will lead significant projects throughout NSW, VIC, SA and WA, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, practical and high-quality engineering solutions.\nIn this role, you will be responsible for leading the design and coordination of hydraulic systems including potable water, wastewater, stormwater, medical and industrial gases, and liquid fuel systems across commercial, industrial, transport and Defence infrastructure projects. You will apply sound engineering judgement to solve complex technical challenges, manage project risks and stakeholder expectations, and ensure successful delivery outcomes across scope, budget and program requirements.\nAs a key leader within the team, you will provide technical and project leadership to engineers, designers and project stakeholders, overseeing project performance while maintaining a strong focus on quality, efficiency and technical excellence. You will play a pivotal role in developing client relationships, identifying opportunities for project growth, and contributing to the continued success of our long-term partnerships.\nJoining our team means becoming part of a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where innovation is encouraged. As we continue to explore the integration of virtual reality, artificial intelligence and digital engineering technologies, you'll have the opportunity to broaden your leadership capability, contribute to new ways of delivering projects and help shape the future of engineering design.\nWho are you?\nAs a Hydraulic Project Lead, you will have extensive experience leading detailed design and project delivery activities across FEED, consulting or complex engineering projects within the defence, commercial, education, water, industrial, transport or infrastructure sectors.\nYou are a confident leader who can successfully manage projects, coordinate multidisciplinary teams and maintain strong client relationships, while ensuring technical excellence and commercial outcomes are achieved. You will work with OEMs on product selection and installation while bringing the ability to customise and innovate, delivering fit-for-purpose solutions in complex and challenging environments. Experience with condition assessments, technical specifications, safety processes, national standards and regulatory compliance will also be highly regarded.\nYou will have the following skills and experience:\nExtensive hydraulic design experience with strong knowledge of local industry standards, regulations and codes across buildings, infrastructure or Defence projects.\nSignificant experience leading engineering projects, ideally within a consulting environment.\nProven ability to manage multidisciplinary project teams and deliver projects to scope, budget and programme requirements.\nDemonstrated experience in client engagement, stakeholder management and business development activities.\nAbility to provide technical leadership, mentoring and guidance to engineers and designers.\nStrong understanding of project governance, risk management, project planning and resource coordination.\nAdvanced skills with Revit are preferred.\nHold a hydraulic accreditation or have eligibility to apply for this accreditation.\nHold an accredited Bachelor of Mechanical/Civil Engineering \nFull Australian working rights and the ability to obtain and maintain Security Clearance.\nAt KBR, we value you - here’s how.\nWhile our people are busy delivering leading science, technology, and engineering solutions, we’re committed to providing them with a supportive, trusting environment and benefits that enable them to thrive and continue doing what they do best.\nBenefits include:\nIndustry leading salaries reviewed annually.\n20 Days of annual leave per year + the ability to accrue an additional 8 hours every 4 weeks (33 days in total)\nFlexible work arrangements (start/finish times, WFH, Flex time)\nSalary packaging and novated leases\nPaid professional membership fees\nLife/Health insurance discounts\nEmployee stock purchase plans\nPersonal career development plans\nGrowth and promotion opportunities\nGreat office environment with fantastic facilities\nAccess to health benefits programs\nHelp shape tomorrow by applying today!\nOur people are the heart of everything we do. 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