Principal Civil Engineer - Transport Delivery Lead

Department of Transport and Main Roads QLD; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

RPEQ compensation payments

Superannuation

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Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities to broaden engineering,

Job summary

Department of Transport and Main Roads QLD in Mackay/Whitsunday District is seeking a Principal Engineer (Civil) to lead the delivery of complex road infrastructure and provide strategic, program-level guidance. You will steward project managers to keep the district program on track while engaging with government, industry and communities.

The role requires an engineering degree, RPEQ registration and a current Class C licence, with responsibility for strategic and operational management,

Qualifications

• Four-year WA-accredited Bachelor of Engineering, or recognised equivalent.
• RPEQ registration is mandatory for the role.
• Current Class C driver licence required.

Responsibilities

• Provide authoritative strategic and operational program management advice to the District Director and Program Managers.
• Provide project management leadership across the District's transport infrastructure portfolio.
• Monitor project progress against program priorities and report to senior leaders.
• Build productive relationships with government agencies, industry, stakeholders, communities and internal clients.
• Lead consultation and communication activities associated with the District program.
• Ensure projects meet relevant technical standards, policies, guidelines and legislative requirements.
• Investigate and resolve complex project, planning and technical issues.
• Prepare submissions and reports that support value for money and effective project delivery.
• Act as Representative of the Principal for the delivery of contracts when delegated.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Program Management

Stakeholder Leadership

Contract Administration

Project Delivery

Education

BEng (WA) or recognised equivalent

Job description

Department of Transport and Main Roads QLD in Mackay/Whitsunday District is seeking a Principal Engineer (Civil) to lead the delivery of complex road infrastructure and provide strategic, program-level guidance. You will steward project managers to keep the district program on track while engaging with government, industry and communities.

The role requires an engineering degree, RPEQ registration and a current Class C licence, with responsibility for strategic and operational management,