Senior Structural Project Engineer – Rail & Infrastructure

John Holland Pty Ltd; Cootamundra; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary rewards

Flexible leave

Career development

Iconic projects

Diversity & wellbeing

Job summary

John Holland is seeking a Senior Project Engineer – Structures for the Inland Rail Illabo to Stockinbingal project in NSW. You will lead structural design, analysis, and construction oversight, ensuring compliance with codes and safety standards.

The role requires a Civil/Structural Engineering degree and proven delivery of large packages. Work includes robust budget and stakeholder management, with a 2 weeks on / 1 week off roster and relocation support where applicable.

Qualifications

• High level verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven experience delivering large work packages.
• Proven experience managing engineers on large-scale civil/construction projects.
• Experience delivering Australian civil projects.
• Ability to manage budgets, systems and stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
• Excellent attitude and attention to safety.
• Self-motivation and drive for value-for-money results.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert knowledge in structural engineering for design, analysis and construction of structural elements.
• Review and approve structural designs to codes, standards, and project specs; coordinate with design consultants and architects.
• Develop project plans, schedules and methodologies for structural phases; oversee execution within time and budget.
• Ensure high quality structural work complying with regulations and safety protocols.
• Allocate resources (labor, materials, equipment) to optimize construction productivity.
• Identify, assess and mitigate structural engineering risks.
• Assist with budget development and cost management for structural work.
• Manage contracts related to structural works including tendering and subcontractors oversight.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients to meet their requirements and satisfaction.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on project status, progress, challenges and outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Large work packages

People management

Australian civil projects

Budget & stakeholders

Safety awareness

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

John Holland is seeking a Senior Project Engineer – Structures for the Inland Rail Illabo to Stockinbingal project in NSW. You will lead structural design, analysis, and construction oversight, ensuring compliance with codes and safety standards.

The role requires a Civil/Structural Engineering degree and proven delivery of large packages. Work includes robust budget and stakeholder management, with a 2 weeks on / 1 week off roster and relocation support where applicable.