Lead Civil Engineer: Road Infrastructure Delivery

Department of Transport and Main Roads; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport and Main Roads (TMR) in Queensland seeks a Senior Engineer (Civil) to lead multiple road infrastructure projects from planning through delivery, manage contracts, and provide high-level technical guidance.

You will mentor teams, coordinate with contractors and stakeholders, and ensure safety and quality across projects that connect communities. A Washington Accord Civil Engineering degree and RPEQ, plus a Class C license, are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing civil infrastructure projects and programs.
• Strong contract administration and construction management expertise.
• Ability to provide sound engineering advice and informed decisions.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Collaborative leadership style with ability to develop others.
• Commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of road construction, maintenance and infrastructure projects from planning to delivery.
• Manage contracts and monitor project performance, safety and compliance.
• Provide technical advice to support planning, design, construction and maintenance activities.
• Oversee tendering, estimating and contract administration tasks.
• Mentor and lead engineering and project teams to achieve high-quality outcomes.

Skills

Civil project delivery

Contract administration

Technical leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Quality and safety

Team mentoring

Education

Washington Accord Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Transport and Main Roads (TMR) in Queensland seeks a Senior Engineer (Civil) to lead multiple road infrastructure projects from planning through delivery, manage contracts, and provide high-level technical guidance.

You will mentor teams, coordinate with contractors and stakeholders, and ensure safety and quality across projects that connect communities. A Washington Accord Civil Engineering degree and RPEQ, plus a Class C license, are essential.