Senior Civil Engineer — Lead High-Impact Road Projects

Department of Transport and Main Roads; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) located in Queensland seeks a Senior Engineer (Civil) to lead multiple road infrastructure projects from planning through delivery. You will manage contracts, lead engineering teams, and work with contractors and stakeholders to ensure safe, high‑quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, project delivery, and continuous improvement across a diverse portfolio of road projects in the region.

Qualifications

• Washington Accord–accredited four-year Civil Engineering degree.
• Registration as a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) is required.
• A current Class C driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of road infrastructure projects from planning to delivery.
• Manage contracts, oversee project performance and ensure safety and quality.
• Provide technical advice to planning, design, construction and maintenance teams.
• Undertake tendering, estimating and contract administration activities.
• Mentor and lead engineering and project teams to achieve outcomes.

Skills

Civil project delivery

Contract administration

Construction management

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Quality and safety

Education

Washington Accord accredited four-year degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) located in Queensland seeks a Senior Engineer (Civil) to lead multiple road infrastructure projects from planning through delivery. You will manage contracts, lead engineering teams, and work with contractors and stakeholders to ensure safe, high‑quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, project delivery, and continuous improvement across a diverse portfolio of road projects in the region.