Senior Project Engineer

Transport for NSW; Hay; On-site; AUD 154,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport For NSW in Hay, NSW seeks a Civil Engineer/Project Engineer to lead planning, delivery of road infrastructure projects with safety and quality in focus. You will manage project plans, budgets and contracts, coordinating teams, contractors and service providers across the project lifecycle.

The successful candidate will have a four-year Civil Engineering degree, knowledge of road materials, tendering and contractor management, and a current Australian driver's licence with willingness

Qualifications

• 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.
• A current Australian driver’s license and willingness to travel and work outside normal working hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the planning, execution, and delivery of projects and programs within agreed timeframes, budgets, quality standards and scope requirements.
• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, schedules, and technical documentation including briefs, cost estimates, specifications and contract documentation.
• Coordinate and oversee project delivery teams, contractors, consultants, and service providers to ensure collaboration and high-quality outcomes.
• Lead the development and execution of WHS and environmental strategies with governance, reporting and risk management practices.
• Monitor project performance, risks, resources, financials and compliance with safety, environmental management and quality standards.
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships, providing technical advice on road safety, asset management, and network efficiency.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Effective communication

Multitasking

Stakeholder management

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

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Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW

Job category: Projects

Job location: Hay, NSW, AU, 2711

Job reference number: 111324

Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

Salary range: $153678.0-$167946.0

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

This is your opportunity to broaden your experience and perspectives, step out of the confines of a standard project role and expand your scope to work with an interconnected ecosystem of industry professionals.

In this role, you'll:

Lead and manage the safe, efficient, and effective planning, execution, and delivery of projects and programs, ensuring completion within agreed timeframes, budgets, quality standards, and scope requirements while meeting client and customer expectations

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 lifecycle

Lead the development and execution of WHS and environmental strategies, establishing robust governance, reporting, and risk management practices that drive safe project outcomes and environmental stewardship

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 teamculture.

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

Proven experience in managing the planning 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

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 .

For more information about this role, please contact [e-mail].

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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