McConnell Dowell is delivering the South Package of the Yan Yean Road Upgrade, a significant infrastructure project designed to improve safety, reduce congestion and enhance connectivity for Melbourne's growing northern communities. Operating from our project office in the Yarrambat/Doreen area, we are seeking a Junior Engineer to join the team This is a rare opportunity for a recently qualified Engineer to join one of Australasia's most respected construction and engineering businesses and gain exposure across the full project lifecycle. Unlike many graduate roles that focus on a single discipline, this position provides broad exposure to the delivery of a major infrastructure project. You'll work alongside experienced engineers and project leaders, gaining practical experience across engineering, construction, commercial, procurement, safety and quality while building the skills and confidence to accelerate your career in the construction industry. What you'll be doing: Working as part of our Engineering team, you'll support a range of activities including:
• Support experienced engineers in the design, coordination and delivery of temporary and permanent works solutions.
• Work closely with project teams to deliver construction activities safely, efficiently and in accordance with project specifications.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling and progress tracking to help ensure key milestones are achieved.
• Develop commercial skills through exposure to procurement, cost control, contract administration and subcontractor management.
• Contribute to safety, quality and environmental initiatives, helping uphold McConnell Dowell's commitment to Home Without Harm.




• Build practical engineering experience by collaborating with construction, engineering and project management professionals on a major infrastructure project. What we're looking for:
• Recent graduate (or graduating soon) with a Civil or Mechanical Engineering degree
• Interest in traffic engineering, traffic management or transport infrastructure (highly regarded)
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Genuine passion for infrastructure and construction
• Eagerness to learn from experienced industry professionals
• Positive attitude and commitment to safety

We offer
• Mentoring from experienced industry professionals
• Exposure across traffic engineering, project delivery, commercial and construction management
• Opportunities to work on major infrastructure projects
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Clear pathways for career growth and development If you're looking for more than a typical graduate role and want the opportunity to fast-track your development with a leading infrastructure business, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us
McConnell Dowell
- Creative Construction Our purpose is Providing a Better Life. We do that through delivering projects that connect, support and sustain communities,



and through providing career opportunities that challenge, reward and grow our people. From remote major resources and energy projects to city-shaping transport and water infrastructure, we have constructed thousands of high-quality, complex projects for our customers and communities over more than 60 years, in Australia, Current Zealand, the Pacific Islands and Southeast Asia. Why join us? The work you’ll do will have a tangible positive impact on people’s lives, including yours. The diversity of our projects, roles and locations means greater development opportunities. We invest in our people to set and reach personal and professional goals and we have some of the best mentoring minds in the business to help you do that. Because when you grow, we all grow. McConnell Dowell actively seeks and celebrates diversity, inclusion, and individuality. In a culture low on ego and high on support, we encourage everyone to make an impact. We're big enough to take on community-shaping projects, but agile enough for you to have an influence on how we do things. So, join us, be you, and help us create better together. Apply now We are an equal opportunity employer. People of all ages, abilities, sexual orientation, gender identities & cultures including Aboriginal, and Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note all successful applicants must hold valid work rights for Australia and pass a satisfactory pre-employment medical which includes drug and alcohol checks. This role is being sourced through McConnell Dowell directly and not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.

📌 Junior Project Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 Mcconnell Dowell
📍 Melbourne