Project Engineer Civil (Canberra Light Rail) Canberra ACT
Job ID
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Location
Aus - Sydney
Categories
CPB Contractors
Applications close
15 Oct 2025
AUS Eastern Daylight Time
CPB Contractors is Australias leading contractor and the largest infrastructure construction company in our region. Part of the CIMIC Group we are proud to be constructing Australias future and do so collaboratively with our partners and clients.
We hire for careers not project life. CPB Contractors has more than 50 major infrastructure projects in delivery across all key sectors of the construction industry including roads and bridges rail tunnelling defence airports buildings and resources providing you with career opportunities for years to come.
The Project
CIMIC Group companies Pacific Partnerships CPB Contractors and UGL along with JV Partner John Holland and as part of the Canberra Metro consortium will finance design build and operate the next stage of Canberras world class light rail system Stage 2A from the City to Commonwealth Park.
The Stage 2A catenary free or wireless extension will be delivered under Canberra Metros existing public private partnership (PPP) with the ACT Government.
Your Opportunity
Join CPB Contractors on one of Canberras most significant transport infrastructure projects. As a Civil Project Engineer you'll play a key role in site execution technical coordination and quality delivery. This is a strong career-building opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in sustainable city‑shaping rail infrastructure.
* Assist in daily planning and execution of site activities to meet project scope and schedule
* Interpret construction drawings and specifications providing clear technical guidance to field teams
* Track on-site progress maintain accurate records and support weekly reporting and cost monitoring
* Coordinate with subcontractors suppliers and consultants to ensure timely quality delivery
* Uphold CPBs safety environmental and quality standards in all aspects of on‑site operations
Requirements for this role are :
* Bachelors degree in Civil Structural or Construction Engineering (or equivalent)
* Site-based experience on major infrastructure or civil projects
* Solid understanding of construction methodologies safety standards and project documentation
Why Join CPB
We're always looking for ways to make CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits including :
* A rewarding career where we support your development training and promote from within.
* Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
* Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program discount portal and company‑funded salary continuance insurance.
* Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation
CPB Contractors is an equal opportunity employer. We proudly hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and support Indigenous advancement and participation.
We encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply and particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples women, the LGBTQ community, mature workers, Veterans and active‑duty armed forces people with disabilities and people from all cultural backgrounds.
Please note: This role is being sourced through CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.
How to apply
Applications close
15 Oct 2025
AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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