Senior Project Engineer

Seymour Whyte is gearing up for an exciting pipeline of opportunities across Western Australia, and we're looking for an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join our Perth-based team.

We're seeking someone who combines strong technical engineering expertise with practical construction experience delivering major civil infrastructure projects.

Key responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate and deliver construction works to achieve project milestones and contractual requirements
• Develop work plans, methodologies, risk assessments and site documentation to support safe project delivery
• Manage and mentor Site Engineers, Graduate Engineers and other project team members
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, labour, plant and materials to ensure successful project outcomes
• Monitor project productivity, identify improvement opportunities and drive performance against targets
• Manage procurement packages and support the delivery of best-value outcomes
• Review project progress, costs and forecasts while contributing to profitable project delivery
• Manage quality requirements including inspections, testing, ITPs, lot closure and non-conformance management
• Develop short and medium-term programs and implement corrective actions where required
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and project stakeholders

About you

You are a driven and experienced Senior Project Engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and working as part of a high-performing team.

You will bring:

• Significant experience delivering complex civil infrastructure projects
• Strong planning, programming and construction methodology expertise
• Experience managing project risks and developing practical engineering solutions
• Working knowledge of Quality procedures, WHS, Environmental and HR/ IR procedures
• Ability to produce Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) and ITP’s for all trades
• Demonstrated ability to prepare contractual claims and variations
• Detailed knowledge of head and subcontract agreements
• Ability to develop, implement and manage budgets and forecasts
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• A collaborative and proactive approach to problem solving
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Current C-Class Driver’s Licence

Why Seymour Whyte?

As one of Australia's leading civil contractors and part of the global VINCI Construction network, Seymour Whyte delivers projects that connect communities and leave a lasting legacy.

In return, we offer:

• An exciting pipeline of upcoming opportunities across Western Australia
• The chance to influence major projects before they're won and help deliver them once secured
• Career development and mobility opportunities across Seymour Whyte and VINCI
• A supportive, collaborative and high-performing culture
• Competitive salary and employee benefits
• The opportunity to work on some of Australia's most complex and rewarding infrastructure projects

If you're ready to help win the next generation of infrastructure projects and then be part of delivering them, we'd love to hear from you.

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.

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. 

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

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Reference code: 494950

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