Project Engineer

Transport for NSW; Hay; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport for NSW is seeking a motivated civil engineering professional to lead end-to-end delivery of road, infrastructure, construction or maintenance projects from planning to delivery. The role requires coordinating with field teams, contractors and service providers to ensure safe, practical and cost-efficient outcomes for communities.

You will manage project plans, budgets, schedules, and technical documentation, while maintaining high safety and environmental standards and effective

Qualifications

• Four-year Civil Engineering degree or equivalent recognised overseas qualification.
• Knowledge of road and traffic infrastructure materials, equipment, construction methods, and maintenance practices.
• Experience working with or managing direct‑control workforces in the delivery of construction and maintenance activities.
• Understanding of tendering, contract administration, procurement processes, and contractor management.
• Sound understanding of work health and safety, environmental, quality and traffic management requirements applicable to road construction and maintenance.
• Current Australian driver's licence and willingness to travel and work outside normal hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of road and civil infrastructure projects, including maintenance, direct-control, and contract works, ensuring safety, timeliness, and budget compliance.
• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, schedules, and technical documentation (briefs, estimates, specs, contracts).
• Coordinate and oversee delivery teams, contractors, consultants, and service providers for high quality outcomes across the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project performance, risks, resources, finances, and compliance with safety, environment, and quality standards.
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships and contribute to road safety, asset management, and customer-focused culture.

Skills

Strong communication

Project coordination

Civil engineering knowledge

Education

Four-year Civil Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

You want to play a part in making NSW a better place to work, live and travel.

You have the opportunity to gain a wealth of expertise and a diverse range of skills, providing insight and knowledge without losing sight of your work‑life balance or wellbeing.

In this role, you’ll:

Play a key role in developing and delivering road and traffic infrastructure and maintenance projects that improve network performance, safety, and community outcomes.

Working across a portfolio of projects, you will coordinate planning, investigation, design, procurement, and delivery activities, ensuring works are delivered safely and efficiently and meet agreed cost, quality, scope, and timeframe requirements.

More specifically, you will:

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of road and civil infrastructure projects, including maintenance, direct-control, and contract works, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, schedules, and technical documentation, including project briefs, cost estimates, specifications, and contract documentation.
• Coordinate and oversee project delivery teams, contractors, consultants, and service providers, ensuring effective collaboration and high-quality outcomes throughout the project life cycle.
• Monitor project performance, risks, resources, financials, and compliance requirements, maintaining strong standards of safety, environmental management, and quality assurance.
• Build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships, providing technical advice and contributing to road safety, asset management, network efficiency, and a customer‑focused team culture.

Office location: Hay, NSW, requirement to live within a reasonable distance of Hay. Relocation expenses and assistance may be considered.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you

You are a motivated civil engineering professional with experience delivering road, infrastructure, construction, or maintenance projects.

You have strong technical knowledge, communicate effectively, and can manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

You work well with field teams, contractors, service providers, and stakeholders, and are committed to delivering safe, practical, and cost‑effective outcomes for customers and communities.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• A four-year Civil Engineering or similar degree or equivalent recognised overseas qualification.
• Knowledge of road and traffic infrastructure materials, equipment, construction methods, and maintenance practices.
• Experience working with or managing direct‑control workforces in the delivery of construction and maintenance activities.
• Understanding of tendering, contract administration, procurement processes, and contractor management.
• Sound understanding of work health and safety, environmental, quality and traffic management requirements applicable to road construction and maintenance activities.
• A current Australian driver’s licence and willingness to travel and work outside normal working hours when required.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

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 optionsmay be available.

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.

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