Overview
Engineering Coordinator role at John Holland, working within the North Western Program Alliance (NWPA) which comprises John Holland, KBR, MTM, V/Line and the client (LXRP).
NWPA has delivered multiple projects since 2017, including level crossing removals and premium stations, with ongoing delivery and development activity. The team aims to make a real difference to communities and operates under values of Care, Excellence, Creativity and Empowerment.
This is a long‑term career opportunity with John Holland, with initial alignment to NWPA and responsibilities to support the package through management of constructability inputs to design, assessment of scope growth, construction RFIs, and resolution of technical issues.
You will contribute to planning, procurement and design development by managing consultants to ensure alignment with delivery requirements such as scope, staging, program and target budget.
Role responsibilities include coordinating design delivery, planning and procurement, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring timely, compliant delivery of works.
Responsibilities of the role
- Assist in the planning and procurement of design to achieve project objectives and KPIs.
- Coordinate interaction of project members in the design delivery process (design, construction, planning, estimators, community and stakeholders).
- Determine construction methodology and program in conjunction with the delivery team.
- Monitor design documentation progress against the program and elevate key issues to senior management.
- Review design documentation and assist in stakeholder review and approvals process.
- Optimize design solutions through design team coordination, value engineering and innovation; propose alternative solutions to complex issues.
- Input to SiD process and temporary works design as required.
- Manage the RFI process and initiate/manage design changes where required.
- Arrange and oversee procurement of various contractors.
- Coordinate or undertake support activities to prevent contractor delays.
- Monitor and supervise contractor compliance with management plans, designs and specifications.
- Demonstrate financial management skills and commercial acumen in decision making and management of contracts.
- Manage contracts to ensure delivery remains within target budget.
- Perform all duties in accordance with John Holland policies, processes, systems, reporting and procedures.
Qualifications and experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, Building Construction or equivalent.
- Postgraduate engineering experience.
- Site-based experience.
- Project Engineer or operational experience.
- Advanced commercial acumen including cost reduction and meeting budgets.
- Understanding of Quality Management, Safety Management, Environmental Management and Projects Design Plans.
- Effective time management and sequencing of work.
- Strong written, verbal and presentation skills.
- Ability to meet requirements to safely perform the role (e.g., vaccination requirements as applicable).
What’s in it for you
- Competitive remuneration with salary continuance and salary sacrifice options.
- Generous leave benefits, including parental leave and related options.
- Career progression opportunities on iconic projects.
- Learning and development programs and clear career pathways.
- Inclusive culture with employee resource groups and diversity initiatives.
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
Job location and status
Location: Sunshine West, Victoria, Australia; Full time employment. Referrals may be part of the application process.
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📌 Engineering Coordinator
🏢 John Holland
📍 Melbourne