Senior Civil Project Engineer
Location: Bowen Basin
Roster: Monday to Friday (occasional night shift during peak phases)
Travel Options: DIDO/FIFO/LOCAL
Role Overview
Chandler Macleod is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Project Engineer to join a major civil infrastructure project in the Bowen Basin. You will play a key role in airport-related works, including pavements, drainage, and airside facilities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to high-quality standards. You will collaborate with contractors, regulatory bodies, and internal teams to achieve successful outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead civil engineering activities from planning through execution.
- Develop scopes, QA processes, and schedules to meet cost, quality, and timeline targets.
- Provide technical oversight of airfield pavements, drainage, and related works.
- Liaise with contractors, councils, and regulatory authorities.
- Support procurement, commercial management, and change control.
- Assist with night-shift operations when required.
About You
- Civil Engineering degree (RPEQ preferred)
- 10+ years’ experience in civil project delivery (mining, construction, or airport infrastructure)
- Expertise in airfield pavement and drainage design
- Robust commercial and contract management skills
- Proven ability to lead onsite teams safely and efficiently
- Familiarity with project management, risk, and procurement systems (preferred)
- Flexibility for night shifts or weekend work when needed
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.