Project Engineer

4 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Seymour Whyte Full time $120,000 - $140,000 per year

We are a successful civil contracting business who has been operating in Australia for over 35 years. With the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2, yet the expertise of a Tier 1, and the enhanced resources of one of the largest, world-class construction companies, VINCI, our employees and clients get the best of three worlds.

There has never been a better time to join our team – with several project wins on the horizon, including a major project with packages to be award early 2025, you'll have the chance to be part of exciting new ventures and contribute to shaping the future of infrastructure in Melbourne.

As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want.

Be part of the Eastern Freeway - Hoddle to Burke Alliance and help deliver one of Melbourne's most exciting transport upgrades. We're transforming the Eastern Freeway with major upgrades that will make travel smoother, safer, and more connected for the east. From big engineering moments to community focused design, this is a project where your work will make a real difference.

We're seeking an experienced
Project Engineer - Gantries
with strong expertise in
structural steel fabrication and installation
, ideally within brownfield environments. You'll bring hands-on knowledge of structural steel fabrication, QA oversight, and critical hold points, combined with proven experience installing gantry structures. A strong collaborator, you'll work closely with civil and structural counterparts to ensure seamless project delivery, while applying your broad, practical understanding of structural steel beyond gantries alone. If you're technically sharp, thrive in complex environments, and want to see your work directly shape successful project outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

About The Role

  • Coordinate and manage design, procurement, and construction activities to deliver works safely, on time, and within budget.
  • Oversee quality, commercial, and contract compliance, including variations, procurement systems, and cost forecasting.
  • Support construction delivery through technical reviews, development of construction documentation, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Lead and mentor junior engineers, driving capability development, performance, and effective collaboration across teams.
  • Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and community stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery and high standards of performance.

The successful applicant will have the following skills and experience:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Engineering (Civil) or its equivalent.
  • Proven experience delivering civil infrastructure constructions projects for state authorities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
  • Current C-Class Driver's License.

We have a range of additional benefits available for our employees:

  • Health & Wellbeing – discounted health insurance, seasonal vaccinations, wellness discounts, fertility benefit and employee assistance program (EAP).
  • Time for life / Work life balance – birthday leave, purchased leave program, paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements.
  • Financial wellbeing – competitive remuneration, annual performance bonuses, salary continuance insurance and employee share program.
  • Career development – training, mentoring programs, and leadership development program.

Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver's Licence and have their own transport.
Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

Next steps

  • Submit your CV online to apply for this role.
  • All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.
  • Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia.

Reference code: 494548

Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.



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