Project Engineer

Downer; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Perks@Downer

Job summary

Downer is seeking an Asphalt Project Engineer to deliver the North East Link Project in Victoria. You will lead civil and asphalt construction activities, manage safety, quality, programme and cost, and build strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Join a team delivering one of Victoria's largest transport infrastructure projects with career development, mentoring and access to industry-leading systems and support.

Qualifications

• A degree qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience delivering civil construction, asphalt, surfacing or infrastructure projects.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing project budgets, forecasts and cost control.
• Sound understanding of contract administration and project delivery methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead project outcomes in a collaborative environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• A commitment to safety leadership and fostering a Zero Harm culture.

Responsibilities

• Managing the delivery of allocated projects from planning through to completion
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to specification
• Monitoring commercial performance, forecasting and cost control
• Managing subcontractors, suppliers and project stakeholders
• Driving project programmes and identifying opportunities to improve performance
• Leading risk management and ensuring timely resolution of project issues
• Preparing and reviewing project reports, claims and contractual documentation
• Supporting tender development and estimating activities
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships

Skills

Civil construction

Asphalt projects

Infrastructure projects

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Contract administration

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

We are seeking an Asphalt Project Engineer to join our team and focus of the delivery of the North East Link Project, Victoria's largest transport infrastructure project.

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.

Project Engineer

The Opportunity

We are seeking an Asphalt Project Engineer to join our team and focus of the delivery of the North East Link Project, Victoria's largest transport infrastructure project.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of complex civil and asphalt construction works while working alongside some of the industry's most experienced professionals. You'll take ownership of project outcomes, drive performance across safety, quality, programme and cost.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing the delivery of allocated projects from planning through to completion
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to specification
• Monitoring commercial performance, forecasting and cost control
• Managing subcontractors, suppliers and project stakeholders
• Driving project programmes and identifying opportunities to improve performance
• Leading risk management and ensuring timely resolution of project issues
• Preparing and reviewing project reports, claims and contractual documentation
• Supporting tender development and estimating activities
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships

What You'll Bring

• A degree qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Proven experience delivering civil construction, asphalt, surfacing or infrastructure projects
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing project budgets, forecasts and cost control
• Sound understanding of contract administration and project delivery methodologies
• Demonstrated ability to lead project outcomes in a collaborative environment
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement
• A commitment to safety leadership and fostering a Zero Harm culture

Why Join Downer?

• Exposure to one of Victoria's largest transport infrastructure projects
• Ongoing career development and internal progression opportunities
• A collaborative team culture that encourages innovation and learning
• Access to industry-leading systems, training and mentoring
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health and wellbeing initiatives and discounts
• Perks@Downer employee benefits program
• A strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and flexible thinking

Ready to help deliver one of Victoria's most important infrastructure projects?

Reference Number: 736951

For more information, contact Amy Isgar at [e-mail]

At Downer, we value the diverse experiences, talents and cultures of our people and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.