Expression Of Interest (Eoi) Civil Project Engineer

Cpb; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing program

Discount portal

Salary continuance insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

CPB Contractors is seeking a Civil Project Engineer in Melbourne to oversee planning, design, procurement and construction for designated highway sections. You will work with contractors and stakeholders to ensure safe, on-schedule delivery within budget and to quality standards.

The role reports to the Project Manager and requires a degree in civil engineering, strong planning, cost control, scheduling and subcontractor management skills.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified Civil Engineer with experience delivering major infrastructure or construction projects.
• Strong capability in planning, cost control, scheduling, and subcontractor management.
• SHEQ and civil construction methodologies knowledge; able to lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise construction activities to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery.
• Manage project planning, scheduling, and procurement within the assigned work area.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documentation for compliance.
• Liaise with site teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to resolve technical issues.
• Monitor quality, safety, and environmental requirements throughout project execution.
• Track progress, costs, and productivity; assist with reporting and forecasting.

Skills

Civil Engineer

Project planning

Cost control

Scheduling

Subcontractor management

Stakeholder coordination

Communication

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Expression of Interest (EOI) Civil Project Engineer

Job Type: Permanent Part-time

Location: Aus - Melbourne

Applications close: 11 Dec 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

The Project

TheTram to Springvale Alliance (TSA) comprising CPB Contractors, BMD Constructions and Arup has been selected to deliver the Eastern Freeway Upgrades between Tram and Springvale roads. The major upgrade includes new express lanes, upgraded noise walls and revitalised sections of the Koonung Creek Linear Park.

The Project is being delivered under an Alliance Contract with Victorian Infrastructure Delivery Authority (VIDA)as the Project Owner and TSA (CPB, BMD and Arup) as the Non-owner Participants (NOPs). Together they form the Alliance working as one to deliver this critical infrastructure project.

As a key component of the North East Link Program (NELP), this project will provide a safer, more efficient freeway connection for over 135,000 vehicles daily, removing 15,000 trucks from local roads, and reduce traffic across on the arterial road network crossing the Yarra River by 50,000 vehicles per day.

We’re completing the link together and bringing it home for our community.

Your opportunity

• The Project Civil Engineer is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the planning, design, procurement, and construction activities for designated sections of a highway project. Working closely with contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders, the role ensures works are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with quality, environmental, and client requirements. The position plays a key role in driving project performance, resolving technical issues, and supporting the successful delivery of major road infrastructure works.

Reporting to theProject Manager, theCivil Project Engineerwill sit within the project team and be accountable for:

• Coordinate and supervise construction activities to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery.
• Manage project planning, scheduling, and procurement within the assigned work area.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documentation to ensure compliance.
• Liaise with site teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to resolve technical issues.
• Monitor quality, safety, and environmental requirements throughout project execution.
• Track progress, costs, and productivity, and assist with project reporting and forecasting.

Our minimum requirements for this role is:

• Degree-qualified Civil Engineer with experience delivering major infrastructure or construction projects.
• Strong capability in project planning, cost control, scheduling, and subcontractor management.
• Sound understanding of civil construction methodologies and SHEQ requirements.
• Proven ability to build relationships, lead teams, and deliver project objectives safely, on time, and within budget.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.

• Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.

Please note: This role is being sourced through CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.