Project Engineer in Sydney

Project Engineer in Sydney

Sydney Full-Time 117000 - 143000 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead exciting rail projects and transform communities with innovative engineering solutions.
  • Company: Join John Holland, a leader in infrastructure and community transformation across Australia and beyond.
  • Benefits: Flexible work environment, career development opportunities, and a focus on your well-being.
  • Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact while working on diverse projects that improve lives and connect communities.
  • Qualifications: Engineering degree, construction experience, and a passion for project management.

The predicted salary is between 117000 - 143000 $ per year.

We're all about transforming lives by finding solutions to complex challenges across a wide range of industries including infrastructure, property, rail, building and water projects in Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia.

From the epic, to the intimate, everything we do improves life for someone, somewhere. It gives our business momentum and means we approach things a little differently.

While our competitors talk about what they do, we focus on why we do it. We transform communities to make them easier to move around, more connected and better to live in.

Are you up for the challenge?

We are currently looking for an experienced Overhead Wiring Project Engineer to join our rail team based in Seven Hills.

The role will support our Rail Infrastructure Services business as well as John Hollands Major Projects.

As our projects are spread interstate we are looking for people able to travel to support our scope of works as part of the role.

Responsibilities of the role include

  • Conduct and administer overall job planning and programming including short range and intermediate activities for construction projects for approval by the Project Manager
  • Demonstrate financial management skills including demonstrated behaviour in reducing costs and meeting budgets
  • Monitor construction progress for adherence to programme and report to the Construction Manager or Project Manager
  • Arrange and oversee the letting of tenders
  • Demonstrate financial management skills and commercial acumen when making decisions
  • Assist with the preparation of site construction budgets and reports.
  • Undertake quantitative and qualitative safety, environment and quality risk assessment to ensure acceptable quality of structures and finishes
  • Manage and support the development of Site Engineers reporting into you
  • Demonstrate people management skills by being able to manage work and performance of teams and subcontractors to achieve project outcomes
  • On-site construction support when undertaking OHW/OCS activities
  • Development of quality and construction requirements for on-site OHW/OCS work
  • About John Holland

We're all about transforming lives by finding solutions to complex challenges across a wide range of industries including infrastructure, property, rail, building and water projects in Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia.

From the epic, to the intimate, everything we do improves life for someone, somewhere. It gives our business momentum and means we approach things a little differently.

While our competitors talk about what they do, we focus on why we do it. We transform communities to make them easier to move around, more connected and better to live in.

Are you up for the challenge?

We are currently looking for an experienced Overhead Wiring Project Engineer to join our rail team based in Seven Hills.

The role will support our Rail Infrastructure Services business as well as John Hollands Major Projects.

As our projects are spread interstate we are looking for people able to travel to support our scope of works as part of the role.

Responsibilities of the role include

  • Conduct and administer overall job planning and programming including short range and intermediate activities for construction projects for approval by the Project Manager
  • Demonstrate financial management skills including demonstrated behaviour in reducing costs and meeting budgets
  • Monitor construction progress for adherence to programme and report to the Construction Manager or Project Manager
  • Arrange and oversee the letting of tenders
  • Demonstrate financial management skills and commercial acumen when making decisions
  • Assist with the preparation of site construction budgets and reports.
  • Interpret designs for implementation on project
  • Undertake quantitative and qualitative safety, environment and quality risk assessment to ensure acceptable quality of structures and finishes
  • Manage and support the development of Site Engineers reporting into you
  • Demonstrate people management skills by being able to manage work and performance of teams and subcontractors to achieve project outcomes
  • On-site construction support when undertaking OHW/OCS activities
  • Development of quality and construction requirements for on-site OHW/OCS work

To be successful in this key role, you must have

  • Degree in engineering to meet TAO engineering requirements.
  • Must be available/ open to travel on assignment basis both locally and interstate.
  • Based in Sydney from our Rail Services offices.
  • Detailed understanding of network requirements in multiple Australian regions.
  • Construction background is a key requirement, network and design experience is favourable.
  • Post-graduate construction experience in overhead wiring, and/or traction and civil
  • Demonstrated experience with project wide level of planning, development, and review of complex projects.
  • Skill in use of document and record management, progress and project performance reporting compliance and procedures
  • Hold a current driver's license
  • Flexibility to work weekend shifts and night shifts when required. For any eligible weekend shift work completed, you will be eligible for additional compensation

As part of the team, you help us deliver on our promise to transform lives. Your success is reflected in ours, so we're committed to being an employer of choice.

We pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive workplace, as different perspectives and ideas will deliver our long-term success.

We'll do all we can to help you develop your skills, and make a difference, right from the start.

We have a flexible workplace and focus on all aspects of your physical and mental health and safety.

We want you to be with us for the long-term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority.

Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and other minority groups are encouraged to apply.

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Project Engineer in Sydney employer: John Holland Group

As a part of the Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Alliance, we are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace in Adelaide, where your contributions are valued and your career growth is prioritised. We offer rich development opportunities and a chance to work on South Australia's largest road infrastructure project, ensuring that you play a vital role in delivering a lasting legacy for the community. Join us to be part of an iconic project that not only enhances your professional journey but also supports local employment and community engagement.

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John Holland Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Project Engineer in Sydney

Project Management
Financial Management
Cost Reduction
Budget Management
Construction Progress Monitoring
Tender Management
Safety Risk Assessment