Design Team Lead

Join Our Team at Dalton Consulting Engineers (DCE)

Who We Are

DCE is a privately owned, civil engineering consultancy with strengths in Urban Development, Urban Infrastructure, and Sport. We partner with leading developers, authorities and sporting bodies to deliver practical, innovative design. We’re recognised for an inclusive culture, professional growth, and real career pathways.

The Opportunity

As a Team Lead, you’ll lead and develop a team of designers while owning delivery across intermediate and complex projects. You’ll plan and monitor design programs, verify technical outputs, manage resourcing, and help lift our design standards through continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

You will:

• Lead, coach and engage a high-performing design team; set expectations and conduct performance reviews.
• Plan, produce and track design programs to deliver quality outcomes on time and on budget.
• Undertake detailed design and master planning; verify plans, reports and modelling for compliance and quality.
• Manage resourcing and priorities; contribute in DTL, leadership, resourcing and budget meetings.
• Drive QA, design standards and engineering innovation; support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build strong client and authority relationships; represent DCE professionally at meetings and industry events.

About You (Skills, Experience & Qualifications)

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) or equivalent
• White Card certified
• Approximately 5+ years’ experience in Civil Engineering
• Registered Engineer and Chartered Engineer (current) with MRWA DAS accreditation.
• High technical capability in one or more specialist areas (e.g., sport, VicRoads, WSUD, complex modelling).
• Proven team leadership (office/team management, coaching, performance reviews) and excellent communication.
• Advanced ability to verify and sign plans as a Registered Engineer.
• Permanent right to work in Australia.

Why Join DCE?

At DCE, our people are our greatest asset. We create an environment where team members can thrive professionally and personally.

Our Benefits Include:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Modern, sustainable office facilities in Richmond with riverside views and access to local amenities such as cafes, gyms, and shopping
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Partnership with Engineers Australia for Chartership
• Internal Engineering Development Program
• Enhanced paid parental leave and employee referral bonuses
• Regular milestone celebrations, recognition program, team events, and social gatherings
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including flu vaccinations and corporate dental program
• Seasonal in-office events
• Monthly team-building events and lunches
• Friday food and drinks
• End-of-trip facilities including showers, lockers, and bike racks

We look forward to welcoming a Design Team Lead passionate about delivering excellence and contributing to our dynamic and inclusive team. Apply today and be part of #TeamDCE.