Senior Project Engineer (Contract) - Major Transport Infrastructure Project
Location: Commutable from South Brisbane or the Gold Coast
Contract Duration: 3-6 months (Immediate Start)
Sector: Civil Infrastructure - Transport
Project Value: $300M+
We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join a Tier 1 contractor on a landmark, large-scale transport infrastructure project. This is a contract opportunity offering an immediate start, working within a high-performing delivery team on a technically complex scope.
The Opportunity
You will play a key role in the successful delivery of external civil works, taking ownership of day-to-day project engineering functions across critical packages. This is a fast-paced environment requiring strong technical capability, leadership, and proven experience in delivering major road infrastructure projects to stringent quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee and manage daily Senior Project Engineering activities across allocated work packages
* Coordinate construction activities for roads, drainage, pavements, subsoil drainage, and kerbing works
* Ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, and TMR standards
* Drive program adherence, cost control, and quality outcomes
* Manage subcontractors and interface effectively with site teams and stakeholders
* Identify and mitigate risks while maintaining a strong focus on safety and environmental compliance
* Support reporting, forecasting, and project documentation requirements
About You
* Minimum 10+ years post-graduate experience in civil infrastructure projects
* Proven track record delivering TMR (Transport and Main Roads) projects
* Strong background in external civil works, including roads, drainage, pavements, subsoil, and kerbs
* Experience working with Tier 1 or major contractors on large-scale infrastructure projects
* Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to hit the ground running in a contract role with minimal supervision
What's on Offer
* Immediate start on a high-profile, $300M+ infrastructure project
* Opportunity to work with a Tier 1 contractor
* Competitive contract rates
* Project located within easy commuting distance from South Brisbane and the Gold Coast
If you are a driven Senior Project Engineer with a strong TMR background and are available to start immediately, we would like to hear from you. Please call Rory on 0428026*** or email *********@cgcrecruitment.com