About the Council:

Our client is a growing rural shire in western regional Victoria. The Engineering team plans and delivers the council's capital works program, covering roads, bridges, drainage and footpaths. The team also manages GIS and asset data across the shire. You'll get a diverse, hands-on workload in a close-knit team, plus the lifestyle perks of regional Victoria.

About the Opportunity:

The council needs an experienced Senior Project Engineer on a temporary basis. You'll report to the Manager Engineering. You'll plan, manage and supervise projects in the Capital Works and Strategic Development programs from scoping through to handover.

Key Responsibilities:
Scope future projects in line with Council plans and strategies, and prepare engineering reports
Review or prepare designs, design briefs, technical specifications and tender documents
Supervise internal CAD designs so they meet current standards
Run tender evaluations and prepare evaluation reports and recommendations
Prepare documents for government grant applications and acquittals
Coordinate approvals and permits for civil infrastructure projects
Build project schedules, risk registers and contingency plans
Manage contracts,



budgets, variations and quality plans, and supervise construction
Liaise with the community, utilities, statutory authorities and internal teams
Carry out post-completion inspections and make sure assets are capitalised correctly
Support the Manager Engineering in running the team and the capital works program

About You:
A recognised degree in Civil Engineering and registration as a Qualified Engineer in Victoria
Proven project and contract management experience on roads, bridges and other civil infrastructure across the whole project life cycle
Onsite experience managing infrastructure construction, ideally in local government or a state road authority
Strong knowledge of construction materials, equipment and techniques
Experience in scoping, estimating, contract documentation and tendering
Excellent written and verbal communication and stakeholder skills

How to Apply: If you're available for an immediate temporary assignment, click Apply and attach your resume. For a confidential discussion, contact Matt Larner at Aspect Personnel.

📌 Senior Project Engineer Regional Local Government Temporary Contract Melbourne
🏢 Aspect Personnel
📍 Melbourne