Senior Project Engineer (Civil)

DT Infrastructure; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local presence

Global expertise

Growth opportunities

Career continuity

Flexible working

Parental leave

Competitive pay

Employee benefits

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

DT Infrastructure is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program (QTMP) and support the delivery of the Ormeau Rail Facility. The role focuses on civil works delivery, coordinating day-to-day engineering activities, managing subcontractors, and ensuring safety, schedule and quality across a large rail infrastructure project.

You will work with the Project Manager to drive construction planning, QA/compliance oversight, and technical leadership on site,

Qualifications

• Degree qualified Civil Engineer with experience as a Senior Project Engineer in civil infrastructure or rail.
• Strong background in road construction including pavements, kerb, drainage and asphalt.
• Experience delivering self-perform works and managing subcontractors on site.
• Solid understanding of QA/QC processes, contracts and construction standards.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving capability.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and deliver civil engineering and construction activities in line with program, budget and quality requirements.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers and site teams to achieve project outcomes.
• Oversee QA/QC processes including ITPs, lot management, NCRs and RFIs.
• Interpret designs for construction and resolve technical issues on site.
• Prepare progress reporting and support commercial activities including variations and claims.

Skills

Project leadership

QA/QC

Subcontractor management

Construction planning

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Attractive Salary + Industry leading benefits

DT Infrastructure is a trusted provider of engineering and construction solutions that unlock opportunities for our clients, communities and people. Specialising in Defence, transport and infrastructure, we offer a unique synergy of local expertise in complex projects and the global perspective of our multinational parent company, Gamuda Berhad. Through engineering innovation, collaborative contracting and leading sustainability practices we're unlocking opportunities for a better tomorrow.

DT Infrastructure is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our team on the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program (QTMP), supporting the delivery of the Ormeau Rail Facility.

Delivered in partnership with Downer, this major project involves the design and construction of a 66-hectare purpose-built maintenance and stabling facility to support Queensland's next generation passenger train fleet.

You will play a key role in delivering civil works (self-performed), including internal road networks, pavements, kerb, subsoil drainage and asphalt across the site. This is a hands‑on role responsible for coordinating day‑to‑day engineering activities, managing subcontractors, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on time and to the required quality standards.

Working closely with the Project Manager, you will drive construction planning, oversee QA and compliance, and provide technical leadership across site operations on a large‑scale, complex rail infrastructure project.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and deliver civil engineering and construction activities in line with program, budget and quality requirements.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers and site teams to achieve project outcomes.
• Oversee QA/QC processes including ITPs, lot management, NCRs and RFIs.
• Interpret designs for construction and resolve technical issues on site.
• Prepare progress reporting and support commercial activities including variations and claims.

Profile description

• Degree qualified Civil Engineer, with proven experience as a Senior Project Engineer within civil infrastructure or rail projects.
• Strong background in road construction including pavements, kerb, drainage and asphalt.
• Experience delivering self‑perform works and managing subcontractors on site.
• Solid understanding of QA/QC processes, contracts and construction standards.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem‑solving capability.

We offer

• Competitive pay that reflects your contribution: We reward performance and impact, with our remuneration benchmarked to market.
• Purpose‑driven careers in infrastructure: As we grow our presence in the renewable energy sector, DTI is also continuing to cement its position as a delivery partner of choice across rail, roads and Defence infrastructure projects. Our teams benefit from the variety of opportunities, applying their skills and experience across multiple sectors.
• Fostering your development: We've developed a culture where continuous learning is front and centre of everything we do. Fostering the growth and development of our people is key to our success and ensuring that we are preparing the next generation of leaders is a core focus for our business.
• Parental leave designed for the reality of family life: Our industry leading parental leave policies are centred on flexibility to support modern family life, because at DTI, little families are a part of our one big family.
• Flexibility that works for you and for us: We acknowledge that everyone's needs are different in striking the right work‑life integration. Whether it's hybrid working, adjusted hours, job sharing or balancing family commitments, we'll work together to make it work.

DT Infrastructure is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions opportunity and respect. Our focus on inclusivity is active and ongoing. Women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and former members of the Australian Defence Force are encouraged to apply.

Visit www.DTInfrastructure.com.au to explore how DTI can support your career progression, unlock personal advantages and apply for our opportunities.

Perks and benefits Local presence, global expertise Growth at every career point Career continuity True flexibility Parental leave Competitive pay that reflects your contribution Employee benefits An inclusive working environment

At DT Infrastructure we walk the talk, and we know our people, their knowledge and their experiences, are the heart of our business. The work we do changes how Australians live their lives, and we’re dedicated to leaving a positive impact on the communities we work in, the people we partner with and of course, our clients. If you want to be part of delivering some of Australia’s most exciting infrastructure projects across rail, roads, Defence and energy and renewables, explore the possibility of working with us.

At DT Infrastructure we walk the talk, and we know our people, their knowledge and their experiences, are the heart of our business. The work we do changes how Australians live their lives, and we’re dedicated to leaving a positive impact on the communities we work in, the people we partner with and of course, our clients. If you want to be part of delivering some of Australia’s most exciting infrastructure projects across rail, roads, Defence and energy and renewables, explore the possibility of working with us.