Engineering Recruitment Specialists in the Built Environment and Beyond
Nicholas Koop • August 11, 2025
At Vivid Recruitment, we specialise in connecting top talent with leading employers in the Built Environment sector across Australia. While our core expertise lies in the built environment, we proudly offer expert recruitment solutions across all engineering disciplines and sectors nationwide.
Whether your project is large or small, local or global, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities faced by the engineering and construction industries — and we know exactly who you need on your team to meet them head-on.
Our Engineering Recruitment Expertise Includes
We recruit highly skilled professionals across a broad range of disciplines and sectors, providing tailored recruitment solutions that simplify the construction and engineering process. Our expertise spans:
Project Management & Construction Leadership
- Project Manager (Engineering)
- Design Manager
- Project Engineer
- Quantity Surveyor
- Cost Planner / Estimator
- Contracts Administrator
- Procurement Consultant
- Stakeholder Engagement Consultant
ICT & Communications Engineering
- ICT Engineer
- Communications Engineer
- Network Infrastructure Consultant
- Data Centre Engineer
- Security Systems Engineer
- Smart Building Consultant
Energy & Power Engineering
- Electrical Engineer (Power Systems)
- Substation Design Engineer
- Transmission Line Engineer
- Renewable Energy Engineer
- Solar PV Engineer
- Battery Storage Engineer
- Grid Connection Engineer
- Power Systems Modeller
Water & Wastewater Engineering
- Water Engineer
- Wastewater Engineer
- Flooding & Stormwater Engineer
- Hydrologist / Hydraulic Modeller
- Dams Engineer
- Urban Water Engineer
- Sewer and Reticulation Designer
Industrial & Process Engineering
- Process Engineer
- Chemical Engineer
- Mechanical Design Engineer (Industrial)
- Project Engineer (Manufacturing)
- Automation Engineer
- Instrumentation & Control Engineer
- Plant Layout Designer
Defence & Aerospace Engineering
- Defence Infrastructure Engineer
- Secure Systems Engineer
- Aerospace Engineer
- Radar Systems Engineer
- Defence Project Manager
- Systems Integration Engineer
Building Services Engineering
- Building Services Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer (HVAC)
- Electrical Engineer (Building Services)
- Hydraulic Engineer
- Fire Protection Engineer
- ESD Consultant / Sustainability Engineer
- Vertical Transportation Consultant
- Acoustic Engineer
- BIM Coordinator / BIM Modeller
- REVIT Technician
Structural Engineering
- Senior Structural Engineer
- Façade Engineer
- Temporary Works Engineer
- Bridge Engineer
- Structural Draftsperson
- Structural Modeller (REVIT / AutoCAD)
Civil Engineering & Design
- Civil Engineer
- Civil Designer (12D / Civil 3D)
- Senior Civil Engineer
- Drainage Engineer
- Road Design Engineer
- Land Development Engineer
- Subdivision Engineer
- Pavement Engineer
Geotechnical Engineering
- Geotechnical Engineer
- Engineering Geologist
- Tunnelling Engineer
- Foundation Design Engineer
- Ground Modeller / Soil Analyst
Transport & Traffic Engineering
- Traffic Engineer
- Transport Planner
- Traffic Modeller (SIDRA, VISSIM)
- Active Transport Planner
- ITS Engineer (Intelligent Transport Systems)
Environmental Engineering & Consulting
- Environmental Engineer
- Environmental Consultant
- Contaminated Land Consultant
- Waste Management Consultant
- Air Quality Consultant
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Consultant
- Ecologist
- Sustainability Consultant
Mining Engineering
- Mining Engineer
- Ventilation Engineer
- Geotechnical Engineer (Mining)
- Tailings Engineer
- Drill & Blast Engineer
- Metallurgist
- Mineral Processing Engineer
We Cover All Key Sectors in Engineering and Construction
Our recruitment expertise spans a wide range of sectors, including:
- Healthcare
- Commercial
- Mission Critical Facilities
- Defence
- Government
- Education
- Residential
- Industrial
- Corrections / Prison Facilities
- Sport and Recreation
From senior leadership roles to graduate and entry-level positions, Vivid Recruitment is your trusted partner in finding the right engineering professionals who will drive your projects forward efficiently and successfully.
Why Choose Vivid Recruitment for Your Engineering Hiring Needs?
We know the construction and engineering process can be complex, with many moving parts and challenges. That’s why our recruitment approach focuses on delivering candidates with the right skills, experience, and cultural fit to make your life easier at every project stage.
Let us help you build your dream team — whether you need a specialised engineer, project manager, or technical expert, Vivid Recruitment has you covered.
Need Help with your next Hire?
Not sure where to start? Let’s chat.
☎️ 0426 180 254
📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au
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About the Authors Nick Koop Director (Building Services Engineering) Nick specialises in building services recruitment across Australia, with a focus on mechanical, electrical, and fire engineering. He works closely with consultancies delivering major healthcare, infrastructure, and commercial projects, and has a strong track record placing senior engineers into technically demanding roles. Known for being straight-up and reliable, Nick spends most of his time in the detail, not the sales pitch. Lee Stevens Director (Architecture & Design) Lee is one of the founders of Vivid Recruitment and focuses on architecture and design studios across Australia. With years of experience working closely with directors and senior hires, he’s built long-term relationships based on trust and consistency. Lee’s approach is simple: understand what a business actually needs, cut out the noise, and get the right people in place without the usual recruitment carry-on. Contact Nick and Lee Nicholas Koop , Principal Recruitment Consultant, Engineering & Planning - 📲 0426 180 254 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au Lee Stevens , Principal Recruitment Consultant, Architecture & Design - 📲 0406 470 020 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au You can also connect with Lee on LinkedIn and Nick on LinkedIn or follow the Vivid Recruitment LinkedIn page for more industry insights, news, jobs and general chit chat and tips!
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About the Author Lee Stevens, Director Lee has over 15 years of local and international recruitment experience across Architecture, Interiors, and Planning. Having worked with boutique studios through to large international consultancies, he’s built a reputation for honest advice, straightforward communication, and long-term relationships across the industry. Based in Melbourne, Lee is also a proud dad, sports fanatic, football coach, and someone who genuinely enjoys seeing good people build meaningful careers in architecture and design. Contact Lee Want to discuss your next role? Contact Lee Stevens , Principal Recruitment Consultant, Architecture & Design - 📲 0406 470 020 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au You can also connect with Lee on LinkedIn or follow the Vivid Recruitment LinkedIn page for more industry insights, news, jobs and general chit chat and tips!
About the Authors Nick Koop Director (Building Services Engineering) Nick specialises in building services recruitment across Australia, with a focus on mechanical, electrical, and fire engineering. He works closely with consultancies delivering major healthcare, infrastructure, and commercial projects, and has a strong track record placing senior engineers into technically demanding roles. Known for being straight-up and reliable, Nick spends most of his time in the detail, not the sales pitch. Lee Stevens Director (Architecture & Design) Lee is one of the founders of Vivid Recruitment and focuses on architecture and design studios across Australia. With years of experience working closely with directors and senior hires, he’s built long-term relationships based on trust and consistency. Lee’s approach is simple: understand what a business actually needs, cut out the noise, and get the right people in place without the usual recruitment carry-on. Contact Nick and Lee Nicholas Koop , Principal Recruitment Consultant, Engineering & Planning - 📲 0426 180 254 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au Lee Stevens , Principal Recruitment Consultant, Architecture & Design - 📲 0406 470 020 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au You can also connect with Lee on LinkedIn and Nick on LinkedIn or follow the Vivid Recruitment LinkedIn page for more industry insights, news, jobs and general chit chat and tips!
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About the Author Lee Stevens, Director Lee has over 15 years’ experience across Architecture, Design, and Planning, working with boutique studios through to global consultancies. He’s built his network on straight-talking advice and long-term relationships, not sales tactics. Originally from the UK, Lee moved to Melbourne in 2014 and now balances recruitment with family life, coaching football, and keeping up with his kids and their very energetic cocker spaniel. Contact Lee Want to discuss your next role? Contact Lee Stevens , Principal Recruitment Consultant, Architecture & Design - 📲 0406 470 020 📧 lee@vividrecruitment.com.au You can also connect with Lee on LinkedIn or follow the Vivid Recruitment LinkedIn page for more industry insights, news, jobs and general chit chat and tips! If you’ve got an interview coming up and want a straight answer on how to approach it, reach out. No fluff. Just honest advice.
About the Author Nick Koop, Director With over 11 years in recruitment, Nick has worked closely with engineering professionals across Australia, from small consultancies to global firms. He’s built his approach on honesty, consistency, and actually listening to what people want, not just what’s on paper. Melbourne born and bred, Nick’s usually either following sport, chasing his kids around, or finding a decent spot for a quiet pint. He’s a long-suffering North Melbourne supporter, which probably says enough about his resilience. Contact Nick Want to discuss your next engineering hire? Give Nick a buzz or drop him a line via: 📲 0426 180 254 📧 nick@vividrecruitment.com.au You can also connect with Nick on LinkedIn or follow the Vivid Recruitment LinkedIn page for more industry insights, news, jobs and general chit chat and tips! Want Better Interview Advice That’s Actually Useful? If you’re preparing for a move in engineering, planning, or construction and want straight answers, reach out. No scripts. No fluff. Just a proper conversation.
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