Project Engineer

Transport for NSW; Corrimal; On-site; AUD 113,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport For NSW invites applications for a Project Engineer to support the delivery of road, bridge and traffic infrastructure in NSW. You will manage delivery, coordinate planning, prepare technical documentation and monitor budgets and schedules to achieve safety, quality and timely outcomes.

The role requires a four-year Engineering degree (Civil or related) from an Australian university, a valid Australian driver's licence and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated delivery of infrastructure, civil engineering or construction projects.
• Understanding of project management, contract administration and procurement.
• Experience preparing briefs, cost estimates and delivery programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of road, bridge, traffic and maintenance projects within scope, cost, quality and time.
• Coordinate project planning activities including investigations, design development and cost estimates.
• Prepare technical specifications and contract documentation for procurement and delivery.
• Monitor project performance, budgets and schedules to ensure successful outcomes.
• Support health, safety and environmental practices across projects.
• Engage with contractors, consultants and stakeholders to support delivery.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and better infrastructure outcomes.
• Support delivery of infrastructure solutions that improve safety and network efficiency.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Problem solving

Safety

Continuous improvement

Engineering knowledge

Education

Engineering degree (Civil)

Job description

Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW

Job category: Projects

Job location: Russell Vale, NSW, AU, 2518

Job reference number: 110367

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

Salary range: $113066.0-$149896.0

Transport for NSW is seeking a Project Engineer to support the development and delivery of road, bridge and traffic infrastructure projects that improve safety, enhance network performance and connect communities across NSW.

• Manage the delivery of road, bridge, traffic and maintenance projects to achieve agreed scope, cost, quality and time objectives.
• Coordinate project planning activities, including investigations, design development, cost estimates and project briefs.
• Prepare technical specifications and contract documentation to support the procurement and delivery of works.
• Monitor project performance, budgets and schedules to ensure successful outcomes.
• Support the implementation of workplace health, safety and environmental management practices across projects.
• Engage with contractors, consultants and stakeholders to support project delivery.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and effective infrastructure project outcomes.
• Support the delivery of infrastructure solutions that improve safety, asset performance and network efficiency.

About you:

• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of infrastructure, civil engineering, transport or construction projects.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, contract administration and procurement processes.
• Experience preparing project briefs, cost estimates, technical documentation and delivery programs.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a focus on safety, quality and stakeholder outcomes.
• Well-developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Sound problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to delivering results.
• Commitment to collaboration, continuous improvement and customer-focused service delivery.
• A four-year Engineering degree (Civil or related discipline) from an Australian university or equivalent overseas qualification.
• Current and valid Australian driver's licence.
• Willingness to travel and work outside standard business hours when required.
• Knowledge of engineering, project delivery and infrastructure management practices.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and engineering excellence.

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy

Applications close 11:59 PM Monday 24 August 2026.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.

Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW

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