Senior Project Engineer

CPB Contractors is the CIMIC Group's construction company and a leading international construction contractor, with operations across Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea.

Combining the expertise and track record formerly delivered by Leighton Contractors and Thiess, we deliver projects spanning all key sectors of the construction industry, including roads, rail, tunnelling, defence and building.

Our Mission is to generate sustainable returns for our shareholders by delivering projects for our clients, while providing safe, rewarding and fulfilling careers for our people.

We need people who are talented, motivated and disciplined, and who have a strong work ethic that drives them to succeed.

The Project:

The purpose of the TasWater Capital Delivery Office (CDO) is to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of quality capital works projects for TasWater that will meet the needs of TasWater’s business, their stakeholders and the communities of Tasmania for years to come. The TasWater CDO manages the TasWater Capital Works Program from inception to completion including the planning, design, procurement, and delivery phases.

As an alliance we offer many benefits, which include; flexible working arrangements, an opportunity to super charge your career by working on world class projects, a variety of different career paths and opportunities, competitive remuneration packages, relocation assistance, paid parental leave and an inclusive and supportive team culture that celebrates our wins and recognises individual and team achievements.

About the role:

Senior Project Engineer is responsible for providing engineering and coordination for the design, supply, installation and testing of TasWater Capital Delivery Office Projects. The primary challenge of this position is to ensure the projects are completed in a timely and cost-effective manner to meet contractual arrangements made with the client.

The Senior Project Engineer-Civil will be accountable for but not limited to:

• Support the Project Manager in ensuring compliance with documentation requirements under the CDO/UGL Management System.
• Develop construction methodologies and lead the technical execution of project works.
• Coordinate with Site Engineers, Project Engineers, and Supervisors to ensure the safe and effective technical delivery of the project.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for subcontractors and suppliers, escalating issues to the Project Manager to mitigate project delays.
• Manage assigned procurement packages as directed.
• Administer and oversee contracts for designated work packages.
• Provide timely engineering guidance and technical support to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Oversee project engineering activities within assigned disciplines, proactively addressing technical challenges and driving effective solutions.

Our minimum requirements for this role is:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, preferably Civil Engineering.
• Significant experience within the civil engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in subcontractor management, with the ability to lead and deliver key projects successfully.
• Working knowledge of AS9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Proven experience in the design, fabrication, installation, and management of pipework, valves, and inline equipment.
• Experience directly managing suppliers and contractors on-site to achieve project objectives, timelines, and quality standards.
• Strong understanding and application of AS4087 and AS4041 standards, particularly relating to metallic flanges for waterworks and pressure piping systems.
•  Excellent planning, organisation, and project coordination skills.

We are proud to be providing an essential service to the Tasmanian community. Living and working in Tasmania is a privilege, please contact us to gain some insights as to why we feel this way!

We support diversity in the workplace. Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people with a multicultural background are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please note: This role is being sourced through CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies