Senior Project Engineer

Randstad Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Australia is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to oversee a major Bulk Earthworks package delivering critical approach infrastructure for the North East Link Tunnels in Melbourne. You will drive daily production targets, optimise earthmoving fleet performance and manage mass-haul logistics on site.

The role requires at least 5 years' experience on Tier 1 infrastructure projects in Australia, a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, and a solid understanding of VicRoads specs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience on major road infrastructure projects in Australia.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of VicRoads specifications and standards.
• Experience managing large civil packages within Tier 1 projects.
• Good commercial acumen with cost tracking and variations.

Responsibilities

• Manage bulk earthworks programs to match technical specifications.
• Coordinate road pavements from sub-grade to final surfacing.
• Provide oversight for subcontractors to meet schedules and quality.
• Review work method statements and quality documentation.
• Resolve design or site issues to minimise delays.
• Handle financials including cost tracking, variations, and progress reporting.
• Interface with authorities to ensure permits and protocols.

Skills

Cost tracking

Variations

Progress reporting

Subcontractor management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Senior Project Engineer | 4 Month Temp | Immediate Start

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to oversee a major Bulk Earthworks package delivering critical approach infrastructure for the North East Link Tunnels.

This role is responsible for driving daily production targets, optimising earthmoving fleet performance, and managing site-wide mass-haul logistics.

If you are an immediate to start SPE with at least 5 years experience in Tier 1 infrastructure in Australia, please review and submit your application.

The Role

This role supports senior delivery teams currently in a critical phase of delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage the execution of bulk earthworks programs, ensuring all cut and fill operations align with technical specifications and geotechnical requirements.
• Coordinate the delivery of major road pavements, from sub-grade preparation through to final surfacing and asphalt works.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight for subcontractors to ensure production schedules and quality benchmarks are met.
• Review and approve work method statements and quality documentation specific to heavy civil work packages.
• Identify and resolve technical design or site-based challenges to minimise delays in project timelines.
• Perform financial administration for assigned packages, including cost tracking, variations, and monthly progress reporting.
• Interface with project stakeholders and relevant authorities to ensure compliance with road-opening permits and interface protocols.

What You’ll Bring

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a recognised equivalent qualification.
• Demonstrated experience as a Senior Project Engineer on major road infrastructure projects within Victoria.
• Comprehensive understanding of VicRoads specifications and standards related to earthworks and pavement construction.
• Proven ability to manage large civil work packages within a Tier 1 project framework.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience managing project costs and variations.
• Valid Australian work rights and a current Construction Induction (White Card).

The Details

• Duration: 4 month contract (Immediate start).
• Interviews: Happening as early as next week.
• Location: North Melbourne-based project office.
• Rate: Competitive market rates to suit a Tier 1 specialist.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

Experience

5 years