Senior Project Engineer – Major Rail Systems Delivery – Sydney
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Senior Project Engineer – Major Rail Systems Delivery – Sydney
5 days left
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Date posted
September 24, 2026
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Closing date
October 24, 2026
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Location
Sydney
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Experience
senior-level
Description
Role Overview & Position Context
CPB, John Holland, Lendlease, or Tier 1 Joint Ventures are seeking an experienced professional to join our Sydney operations as a Senior Project Engineer – Major Rail Systems Delivery. In this key infrastructure role, you will be part of delivering transformative civil and transport assets shaping connectivity across NSW. Lead the engineering execution and commissioning of signaling, track realignment, and overhead wiring systems across major transit network upgrades.
Package: $145,000 – $180,000 + 11.5% Super
Employment: Full-Time Permanent
Experience: Senior / Lead Specialist
Key Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Lead multidisciplinary site engineering teams across rail corridor shutdowns.
- Manage technical submittals, design variances, and contractor compliance.
- Oversee constructability reviews and staging plans for critical track possessions.
- Maintain zero-harm safety standards across electrified rail corridors.
- Coordinate with transport authority asset owners and accredited rail operators.
Technical Competencies & Core Skills
Core Tools, Frameworks & Standards:
Required Qualifications & Background
- Bachelor of Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent accredited tertiary qualification.
- Demonstrated professional delivery experience on major Australian transport, rail, highway, or structural infrastructure projects.
- Thorough knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, state road authority guidelines (e.g. TfNSW, VicRoads, TMR, Main Roads WA), and workplace health and safety legislation.
- Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary project teams, specialist subcontractors, and key client representatives under high-pressure project deadlines.
- Current Australian Driver Licence and relevant industry safety induction accreditations (Construction White Card / Rail Industry Worker RIW where applicable).
Remuneration, Benefits & Culture
- Competitive remuneration package ($145,000 – $180,000 base + 11.5% statutory superannuation).
- Project completion bonus incentives and annual performance-based review structures.
- Access to comprehensive health and wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance programs, and salary packaging.
- Extensive professional development support, leadership training, and Engineers Australia chartership pathways.
- Inclusive, safety-first corporate culture with dedicated diversity networks and flexible working provisions.
Work Rights & Compliance: Applicants must hold full working rights in Australia (Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or an eligible unrestricted working visa). Relevant background checks, national police clearances, and qualification verification will be conducted prior to appointment.
