
Senior Engineer (Civil)
Department of Transport and Main Roads QLD
Posted 9 days ago
In the role of Senior Engineer (Civil) you will project manage the delivery of road infrastructure projects (programmed and routine maintenance) through the provision of technical expertise and the administration of contracts and support to the design, construction and maintenance processes. Some of your responsibilities will include:
- Provide support and advice on the planning and design process to ensure delivery of project outcomes, value for money and best practice is achieved.
- Determine the engineering requirements, including materials, critical components and systems, involved in supporting project management and delivery.
- Undertake reviews of the contract documents, analyse offers, programming pre-construction, construction, and maintenance activities.
- Act as the Contract Administrator in the administration of nominated contracts (part of the contract administration verification services group).
- Conduct assessments of road infrastructure and prepare reports on recommended engineering solutions to problems.
- Manage and maintain effective liaison and communication with all levels of internal and external stakeholders on all matters relating to transport infrastructure delivery activities.
- In managing projects, you will have the responsibility to plan, assign, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff that would include encouraging teamwork and fostering a positive attitude toward the achievement of organisational objectives.
- Responsible for co-ordinating, assigning and directing the inspectorial services (part of the contract administration verification services group) within the district.
Mandatory Qualifications:
- A Washington Accord accredited four-year degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent recognised by Engineers Australia.
- Registration as a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) is mandatory for appointment to the position; however, applications will also be considered if evidence is provided that an assessment for RPEQ has commenced.
- Current holder of a Class C driver licence.
- Must be eligible to work in Australia
- Pre-employment check of serious discipline history for the recommended candidate(s) as a condition of employment.
So, why join us?
Career Growth: Opportunity to grow and advance your skills and experience in civil engineering. Professional development opportunities: TMR is committed to supporting the growth and development of our employees, ensuring you are equipped to meet government and department needs.
Generous employer superannuation contribution: Queensland Government employees already receive 12.75% employer contributions which is higher than the super guarantee.
Generous leave entitlements: Based in Northern QLD - Five weeks on full pay plus leave loading.
Reimbursement of professional membership fees
Flexible work options
Salary packaging arrangements
Health and well-being incentives
Assistance with relocation
At Transport and Main Roads, we celebrate diversity in creating a workplace culture that is built on respect, dignity, and fairness, we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experience. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for our roles.
Please tell us about any additional support or adjustments, such as interpreting services, physical requirements, or assistive technologies, that will better enable you to shine during the recruitment process.
Applications remain current for 12 months after the closing date of the initial vacancy.
About Department of Transport and Main Roads QLD
The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is a diverse organisation made up of more than 11,500 employees representing 80 occupational groups across Queensland.
We provide reliable, resilient and responsive transport networks and digital services that are safe and accessible for everyone. No department has a bigger role to play in keeping the Queensland of today moving, or in helping build for the future.
We work, we dream, we innovate and we deliver solutions that connect our communities to schools, hospitals, events, loved ones and more, with customer’s needs in mind.
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