
Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Senior Project Engineer - Civil
Lead civil engineering for construction of a $350M greenfield wastewater treatment plant.
Job Highlights
About the Role
Reporting to the Project Manager, as Senior Project Engineer – Civils you’ll manage and provide technical expertise, guidance and advice on the delivery of the Chambers Flat WWTP construction project. You will also provide technical advice across planning, design, procurement and delivery, contributing to project reporting, POAR processes and solutions to performance risks. You will support planning visits and concept reviews, ensure timely, fit‑for‑purpose and constructible designs aligned with budgets, and integrate community, environmental, operational and maintenance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸technical guidance
- ▸design review
- ▸project reporting
- ▸procurement advice
- ▸risk solutions
- ▸construction management
What You Bring
• 10+ years’ project engineering experience within the construction industry • Experience managing subcontractors • Demonstrated ability in financial management and reporting, including budgeting • Experience in driving quality outcomes in project delivery • Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external parties
Requirements
- ▸10+ years
- ▸project engineering
- ▸subcontractor management
- ▸financial management
- ▸quality delivery
- ▸relationship building
Benefits
Brand new opportunity to build a WWTP in a key growth area of South East Queensland. Play a key role in the construction team delivering a state‑funded, greenfield wastewater treatment plant at Chambers Flat. This $350M project includes the WWTP and two conveyance pipelines servicing Park Ridge and Yarrabilba. • Competitive remuneration package • Flexible work practices with wellness benefits and access to Downer Group programs • Leadership development, formal mentoring, and growth pathways within SEQ programs • Opportunity to deliver a city‑shaping asset supporting affordable housing and environmental outcomes • Career growth with structured frameworks and supportive‑inclusive team • Work for a major ASX‑listed company
Work Environment
Onsite