Job Overview & Organization Mission

CPB Contractors is currently seeking a talented, proactive, and values-driven Senior Civil Project Engineer – Major Highways to join our dynamic team based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of Australia’s premier organizations dedicated to delivering critical infrastructure, engineering precision, and world-class Australian operational safety.

In this key role, you will be empowered to make a meaningful difference every day, collaborating with industry leaders and passionate colleagues who share a commitment to operational excellence, workplace safety, and continuous professional growth. As CPB Contractors continues its strategic growth across Australia, your expertise will play an integral role in shaping our future success and ensuring exceptional service delivery.

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

As the Senior Civil Project Engineer – Major Highways at CPB Contractors, your primary operational responsibilities and strategic deliverables will include:

• Strategic Execution: Execute complex technical, trade, or engineering tasks with meticulous adherence to engineering drawings, technical specifications, and Australian Standards.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Conduct daily pre-start safety meetings, Job Safety Analyses (JSA), and Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) assessments.
• Quality & Standards: Operate specialized machinery, testing equipment, and industrial tools safely, maintaining equipment logs and preventative maintenance.
• Process Optimization: Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, subcontractors, and client representatives to ensure on-schedule milestone delivery.
• Reporting & Compliance: Identify operational bottlenecks, implementing innovative engineering solutions to enhance productivity and safety.
• Continuous Improvement: Uphold strict Environmental Management Plans (EMP) and local council environmental guidelines across active job sites.
• Team Leadership & Support: Complete QA/QC sign-offs, inspection test plans (ITPs), and compliance handovers accurately and promptly.

Candidate Skills, Experience & Qualifications

To succeed in this role and make an immediate impact within our team, we are seeking candidates who possess the following background, qualifications, and personal attributes:

• Formal Qualifications: Recognized Australian Trade Certificate III/IV, Engineering Degree, or nationally accredited vocational qualification.
• Industry Experience: Current Construction Induction Card (White Card) and relevant high-risk work licenses (e.g. Forklift, EWP, Working at Heights) if applicable.
• Technical Competence: Demonstrated prior experience delivering high-quality commercial, civil, industrial, or residential projects in Australia.
• Certifications & Compliance: Uncompromising commitment to zero-harm workplace health, safety, and environmental (HSE) practices.
• Problem Solving & Adaptability: Ability to interpret complex engineering blueprints, technical manuals, and schematic diagrams with precision.
• Interpersonal Excellence: Reliable work ethic, valid Australian driver’s license, and strong teamwork capabilities in active site environments.

Remuneration Package, Workplace Benefits & Culture

CPB Contractors believes in recognizing and rewarding exceptional talent. In addition to a highly competitive remuneration package of AU$145,000 – AU$175,000 per annum + 11.5% statutory Superannuation, the successful applicant will enjoy:

• Comprehensive Leave Packages: 4 weeks annual leave, 10 days personal/carer’s leave under the National Employment Standards (NES), plus long service leave accrual.
• Work-Life Balance: Supportive leadership fostering flexible working arrangements, family-friendly roster flexibility, and modern workplace tools.
• Professional Development: Annual learning allowances, accredited certification sponsorships, leadership pathways, and peer mentoring.
• Health & Well-being: Access to comprehensive Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), discounted private health corporate rates, and on-site wellness initiatives.
• Recognition & Rewards: Annual performance incentives, team social gatherings, and peer-to-peer recognition programs.

Equal Opportunity & Australian Workplace Compliance

CPB Contractors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, neurodivergent individuals, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities. All recruitment decisions are made strictly on merit, skills, and organizational fit, complying fully with the Fair Work Act 2009 and Australian Human Rights Commission principles.

How to Apply via Jobsticle

If you are passionate about advancing your career with an industry-leading Australian organization, we would love to hear from you. Please click the “Apply Now” button on this Jobsticle page to submit your application directly. You will be prompted to attach your updated Resume / CV and an optional Cover Letter outlining your suitability for the role. Our recruitment team reviews applications promptly and will be in contact with shortlisted candidates.