Senior Project
Engineer
Industry
Civil Construction
Salary/Rate
AU$****** - AU$****** per annum + Super + Vehicle
Location
VIC
Type
Full Time
Rare opportunity to join one of Melbourne's highest regarded civil contractors with a very strong pipeline of civil packages on infra projects.
Long standing civil contractor with an excellent reputation
Smaller business feel where you aren't just a number
Strong pipeline of major government infrastructure projects
Senior Project Engineer | Major Infrastructure Projects
About the Client
Our client is a long-standing civil contractor with a reputation for delivering major infrastructure projects. Operating with a direct-delivery model, they own and manage key civil packages in-house, offering team members a hands‐on building environment and long-term career stability backed by a strong project pipeline.
Role Overview
The client is seeking an experienced
Senior Project Engineer
to lead major civil delivery scopes across high-profile projects. Reporting to the Project Manager, this position oversees self‐performed works from planning through to site execution, ensuring safety, quality, and commercial outcomes are strictly met.
Key Responsibilities
Lead technical planning and site delivery for direct civil packages, including earthworks, drainage, utility relocations, Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS),



and car park construction.
Manage direct labor, plant allocations, and subcontractor activities to meet critical program milestones.
Drive project financial controls, including variations, progress claims, cost forecasting, and subcontractor procurement.
Oversee quality management systems, site inspections, and compliance with project design specifications.
Interface directly with clients, authorities, and key project stakeholders to resolve technical challenges on site.
Candidate Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent tertiary qualification.
Demonstrated history working for civil contractors on major infrastructure projects.
Strong hands‐on background in self-performing civil packages (earthworks, deep drainage, services, ITS, or pavements/car parks).
Proven commercial acumen with experience managing budget forecasts, claims, and scope variations.
Clear leadership capability with a track record of driving site safety and team performance.
What the Client Offers
Market-competitive salary package + company vehicle / vehicle allowance.
Career continuity with an established contractor holding a secure major project pipeline.
Clear internal progression opportunities toward Project Manager roles.
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📌 Senior Project Engineer (Melbourne)
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