Principal Civil Engineer - Transport Projects (Flexible)

Department Of Transport And Main Roads; Cairns Regional; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Relocation assistance

Leave entitlements

Professional development

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Department Of Transport And Main Roads in Cairns is seeking a Principal Engineer (Civil) to lead preconstruction, procurement, contract administration and delivery activities for Far North Queensland transport projects. The role offers flexible, full-time, hybrid work arrangements.

You will coordinate with district teams and design consultants to produce fit-for-purpose designs, quality documentation and value-for-money outcomes, on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Mandatory Civil Engineering degree with Washington Accord accreditation or equivalent recognized by Engineers Australia.
• RPEQ registration is mandatory for appointment, or evidence that assessment has commenced.

Responsibilities

• Apply high-level engineering and project management expertise to preconstruction, managing risks to achieve fit-for-purpose designs and value for money.
• Collaborate with internal project managers to provide preconstruction advice and quality assurance.
• Coordinate relevant preconstruction disciplines, including environmental, cultural heritage and geotechnical requirements, so projects can be designed and delivered as planned.
• Manage contract performance and construction practices through efficient procedures and best practice.
• Supervise and coordinate resources, fostering effective teamwork and a shared focus on project objectives.

Skills

Road design standards

Project management

Engineering analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Department Of Transport And Main Roads in Cairns is seeking a Principal Engineer (Civil) to lead preconstruction, procurement, contract administration and delivery activities for Far North Queensland transport projects. The role offers flexible, full-time, hybrid work arrangements.

You will coordinate with district teams and design consultants to produce fit-for-purpose designs, quality documentation and value-for-money outcomes, on time and within budget.