Project Engineer

Department of Transport and Main Roads; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RoadTek, a commercial business within the Department of Transport and Main Roads, invites you to join the Central Queensland Operations Unit in Rockhampton as a permanent, full-time Project Engineer. You will support planning, coordination and delivery of civil infrastructure construction and maintenance projects, building hands-on engineering and project delivery experience.

Under RPEQ supervision, you will provide engineering input, monitor progress, assist with procurement and reporting, and

Qualifications

• Four-year Civil Engineering degree; Washington Accord or equivalent.
• Valid Queensland C class driver’s licence.
• Desirable: experience in civil infrastructure construction, maintenance or rehabilitation.
• Experience supporting road, bridge, drainage or related works under RPEQ supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, coordination and delivery of civil infrastructure construction and maintenance projects.
• Coordinate construction activities against scope, programme, budget, specifications and safety requirements.
• Provide engineering and technical support under appropriate RPEQ supervision.
• Monitor project progress, costs, quantities, quality outcomes and risks.
• Prepare project reports, forecasts, technical correspondence and inspection records.
• Collaborate with supervisors, construction teams, suppliers, subcontractors, designers and specialists.
• Assist with procurement activities, subcontractor packages, variations and claims.
• Contribute to inspections, testing, QA, risk management and continuous improvement.

Skills

Project planning

Coordination

Engineering input

Construction support

Cost monitoring

Quality assurance

Risk management

Procurement support

Team collaboration

Education

Civil Engineering degree (Washington Accord)

Job description

Join RoadTek’s Central Queensland Operations Unit as a Project Engineer based in Rockhampton. In this permanent, full-time role, you’ll support the planning, coordination and delivery of civil infrastructure construction and maintenance projects, while building valuable hands‑on engineering and project delivery experience.

Work alongside experienced project professionals, provide technical and construction support, coordinate work packages and contribute to safe, quality outcomes for Queensland communities. Bring your Civil Engineering qualifications and grow your career with a team that values safety, inclusion, development and making a difference.

Working under appropriate Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) supervision, you'll provide engineering input, technical advice and construction support while developing practical experience across project delivery. You'll coordinate allocated work packages, monitor construction performance and support the delivery of projects against safety, quality, environmental, programme and financial requirements.

Why RoadTek?

RoadTek is a commercial business within the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR), delivering transport infrastructure solutions across Queensland.

Joining RoadTek gives you the opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary environment, contribute to meaningful infrastructure outcomes and develop your engineering capability alongside experienced project and construction professionals.

At TMR, every day is different. We foster an inclusive workplace where you'll be supported to grow and develop your career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our work is united by a shared purpose to make a difference to the lives of Queenslanders.

In This Role, You Will

• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of civil infrastructure construction and maintenance projects.
• Coordinate construction activities and allocated work packages against scope, programme, budget, specifications and safety requirements.
• Provide engineering and technical support under appropriate RPEQ supervision.
• Monitor project progress, costs, quantities, quality outcomes and emerging delivery risks.
• Prepare project reports, forecasts, technical correspondence, inspection records and supporting documentation.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, construction teams, suppliers, subcontractors, designers and technical specialists.
• Assist with procurement activities, subcontractor packages, variations and claims within delegated responsibilities.
• Contribute to inspections, testing, quality assurance, risk management and continuous improvement.

About You

You'll bring a Washington Accord accredited four‑year degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent recognised by Engineers Australia, together with a valid Queensland ‘C' class driver's licence or equivalent. Experience in civil infrastructure construction, maintenance or rehabilitation is desirable, as is experience supporting road, bridge, drainage, concrete, steel or related infrastructure works.

If you're ready to strengthen your engineering experience, work with a collaborative team and contribute to infrastructure that supports Queensland communities, we encourage you to apply.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/703765/26

Closing Date: Monday, 26 October 2026

Occupational group

Engineering & Surveying