We pride ourselves on being an "A" team, composed of vibrant and dedicated professionals. Our company has a magnetic appeal to top-tier talent, primarily due to our robust team culture.

We place immense importance on ongoing training and development. Our commitment to fostering individual growth and progress is unwavering, as we offer long-term career opportunities for our team members through training programs, mentorship, and the continuous expansion of our team.

  • Employee relations

    At the heart of McVeigh Consultants is a commitment to fair and equitable employee relations. We foster a work environment built on respect, trust, and teamwork, focusing on best practices and continuous performance improvement. Our operations align with the prevailing legislative framework, advocating ethical and equitable business practices.

  • Diversity

    McVeigh Consultants champions workplace diversity, understanding its significance in achieving balanced decision-making and long-term sustainability. Our diversity focus encompasses Gender, Race/Ethnicity, Age, and Career backgrounds, underpinning our approach to inclusive and sustainable business practices.

  • Sustainability

    We are dedicated to contributing to Australia's growth through sustainable design and engineering. Our approach to sustainability involves delivering high-quality, long-lasting services that benefit both people and the environment. Our projects are designed to enrich the communities we serve, reflecting our commitment to sustainable practices.

Careers at McVeigh

At McVeigh, our commitment to excellence starts with our unwavering dedication to recruiting the finest talent available. Our clients deserve outstanding architects and engineers to transform their visions into reality. With a steadfast commitment to quality as the cornerstone of our operations, we relentlessly pursue top-tier expertise to ensure that our work consistently upholds our time-honoured reputation.

We are a close-knit community of exceptionally skilled individuals, offering a distinctive experience of working within a fully integrated company. McVeigh stands out as one of the few firms where you can immerse yourself completely in every aspect of a project. Our integrated approach enables you to collaborate directly with all the necessary disciplines, while our extensive knowledge base, accumulated over 35 years, serves as a perpetual wellspring of learning for our entire McVeigh team.

Working at McVeigh means enjoying flexible work hours, continuous professional development, a nurturing work environment, and a diverse range of projects that enable you to expand your horizons and enhance your expertise. We deeply value the importance of learning, which is why each team member receives an annual budget to support their personal development. This allocation empowers them to attend professional courses and workshops, fostering continuous knowledge growth.

Benefits

  • Embrace a family-friendly atmosphere at our conveniently located office, accessible via public transport, and offering onsite staff parking.

  • Engage in our vibrant social calendar that fosters an integrated team culture and promotes work-life balance.

  • Benefit from our unique 70/20/10 training model, ensuring holistic skill development through 70% hands-on experience, 20% interaction with others, and 10% formal learning.

  • Revel in our prime office location, providing an environment conducive to a dynamic work atmosphere and ample growth opportunities.

  • Enjoy the advantage of company-paid parental leave, emphasising our commitment to supporting your family needs within our workplace.

Join Us

  • Continuous recruitment: We don't believe in waiting for the perfect moment – seize the chance to start your career journey with us anytime.

  • Diverse roles: Explore a range of positions across various departments, ensuring you find the right fit for your skills and aspirations.

  • Growth & development: Our commitment to your growth extends beyond specific hiring seasons. Access ongoing learning and advancement opportunities.

  • Supportive environment: Join a team that values collaboration, creativity, and a healthy work-life balance.

  • Inclusive culture: Embrace a workplace that thrives on diversity, where every voice matters and contributes to our success.

Whether you're a seasoned professional seeking a new challenge or an enthusiastic newcomer ready to kickstart your career, McVeigh is the place to be, with positions available year-round!

Career opportunities

Architecture

  • Senior Architect & Architects

    Graduate of Architecture

    What we are looking for:

    • Revit - Intermediate to advanced level.

    • Experience on hospitality and projects ideal. Local experience is essential.

    • Technically skilled, able to document and coordinate drawings independently for construction.

    • Design ability.

    • Be able to work well in a team setting.

    • Personable, good communicator, proactive, attention to detail.

    • Agile, happy to work in a fast-paced environment, move around on project work and work in all phases.

    • Initiative.

    • No temporary visa holders.

  • What we are looking for:

    • 2+ years of proven experience as an Architectural Technician is an advantage.

    • A relevant degree or qualification. Degree in building design is an advantage.

    • Understanding of BCA and Australian Standards.

    • Fluent with REVIT and AutoCAD

    • A good knowledge of MS Word & MS Excel and a full driver's licence.

    • Strong local design and construction knowledge.

    • Strong knowledge of architectural drafting and construction documentation.

    • Good experience and thorough knowledge of design and construction in the commercial sector

    • Strong written and spoken communication skills

    • Positive attitude and good teamwork skills.

    • Proactive, self-motivated individual who is adaptable to a fast-paced workplace.

Civil

  • Senior Civil Engineer/s

    Graduate Civil Engineers

    We currently have exciting opportunities for mid-senior level Civil Drafters and Senior Civil Engineers to join our team.

    You will be a key member of our civil engineering team and work collaboratively within our integrated model, and externally with other consultants, to design and deliver projects for our clients.

    Key skills required:

    5+ years local experience with RPEQ

    Strong Civil Engineering Design Skills

    Stormwater, Earthworks, Roadworks, Land Development

    Project leadership and strong communication skills, client engagement

    An open mind, and appreciation for all fields of engineering and architecture.

  • What are we looking for from you?

    Knowledge of applicable Australian standards and guidelines.

    Passion for delivering high quality work & excellent stakeholder engagement skills.

    Demonstrated experience in Design Drafting on Civil related projects, preferably in water and/or wastewater projects.

    Demonstrated experience with AutoCAD, Word, Excel.

    Ideally, some experience with 12d.

    A strong team focus and willingness to support other team members.

Structures

  • What we are looking for...

    Technical skills

    • Detailed Concrete design; both post-tension and conventionally reinforced slabs, columns, footings and retention systems, precast, etc.

    • Steel and timber structural design

    • Structural Design with mid/high rise residential and commercial projects

    • Analysis and design using relevant software (e.g. Etabs, RC Building, Strand 7, Micro-Stran, Rapt, RAM Concepts will be beneficial).

    • Thorough knowledge of Building Code and Australian Standards.

    • Proven background of projects from start to finish.

    • Microsoft Office suite of products (essential), particularly excel & word.

    • Strong verbal and written communication/ presentation skills (essential)

  • Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience

    Advanced understanding of Australian Drafting Standards

    Experience using Revit and AutoCAD (required)

    Strong written and verbal communication skills

    Good time management skills

    Ability to establish strong working relationships

Project Management

  • This role assist the delivery of high performing team and project deliverables by planning and monitoring targets, workload, performance and mitigating risks and issues in collaboration with team members.

    What we are looking for.

    • Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience

    • Experience working in the consultancy, engineering, infrastructure and/or construction sector

    • Sound understanding of engineering and design in delivery, as well as a solid understanding of safety practices in project delivery

    • Experience of managing multiple concurrent projects at various stages of delivery

    • Experience operating at various stages in the project lifecycle

    • Proven experience in contractor management

    • Contract administration and management

    • Strong stakeholder management skills including coordination and communication

    • Self-motivated team player with the ability to adapt to change and competing demands

Corporate Services

  • Responsibilities:

    Assist in the creation and implementation of marketing campaigns and strategy

    Design promotional material for the McVeigh brand

    Manage social media accounts and engage with our online community

    Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities

    Support administrative tasks such as scheduling, data entry, and file management

    Collaborate with team members on various projects and initiatives

    Help organise and coordinate events and meetings

    Contribute to the development of marketing materials and presentations

    Assist in development of systems and procedures

    Assist with any and all administrative tasks

    Requirements:

    Have qualifications in or currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field

    Strong organisational and multi-tasking skills

    Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

    Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

    Familiarity with social media platforms and marketing tools

    Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

    Positive attitude and eagerness to learn

Finance

  • Role Description

    This is a part-time 22 hours per week role for a Finance Coordinator based at our head office in Newstead, QLD. The Finance Coordinator will be responsible for accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll and other accounting tasks within the company. This role will suit someone interested in a flexible role that may be partly undertaken from our office, from home, around school hours, or have flexible hours/days.

    Qualifications

    • Finance and Accounting skills

    • Experience in Payroll

    • Experience in Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable

    • Experience in Financial Reporting and Budgeting

    • Strong communication skills

    • Attention to detail and accuracy in financial tasks

    • Knowledge of Xero, excel and other financial software and tools

    • Ability to work effectively in a team

    • Relevant certification or degree in Finance or Accounting.


Staff Testimonials

“McVeigh Consultants have given me the opportunity to start my journey in Architecture, which has been my dream and passion since I was a kid in school.

I will always be incredibly grateful to the team, who allowed me to grow and develop professionally. In the 2.5 years I have been blessed with amazing mentors and friendships that will always be cherished and missed. “ Staff member, May 2024

""Working at McVeigh is an extraordinary experience of being valued, cared for, and surrounded by a commitment to excellence and quality." Staff member

"Working at McVeigh Consultants is more than just a job; it's being part of a family that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Every day presents new challenges and opportunities to grow, both professionally and personally. The supportive environment, combined with our commitment to exceptional client service, makes McVeigh not just a workplace, but a place where I'm proud to contribute and make a difference." Staff member

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