Principal Engineer (Civil)

Are you an experienced engineering leader looking to make a meaningful impact on Queensland's transport network? Join Transport and Main Roads (TMR) and play a key role in delivering critical road and bridge infrastructure projects that support regional communities, economic growth and network reliability.

As a Principal Engineer (Civil), you will lead the operational delivery of capital projects, programmed maintenance and infrastructure investment programs across the road network. You will provide specialist engineering leadership and technical expertise to project managers and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with departmental standards, legislative requirements and community expectations.

This is a diverse and challenging role where you will influence the successful delivery of transport infrastructure from planning through to construction and completion. You will oversee complex programs of work, manage contractors and stakeholders, and ensure quality outcomes that deliver value for money and long-term benefits for road users.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the delivery of capital works, maintenance and rehabilitation projects across the transport network.
• Act as the Principal's Representative or Administrator for TMR infrastructure contracts, including TIC-CO and MIC-CO contracts.
• Provide high-level engineering expertise and contract management advice for road and bridge infrastructure projects.
• Develop and implement project delivery and construction strategies that maximise investment outcomes and minimise impacts on road users.
• Manage project risks, contractual obligations, quality requirements and environmental commitments.
• Coordinate resources and lead multidisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives and organisational priorities.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with contractors, consultants, government agencies, local authorities, industry partners and community stakeholders.
• Identify and manage complex issues, emerging risks and politically sensitive matters, ensuring effective and timely resolution.
• Apply program and project management principles to support the successful delivery of infrastructure investment programs.

To be successful in this role, you will be a strategic and solutions-focused leader with extensive experience delivering civil construction and transport infrastructure projects. You will have strong technical expertise, sound judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex operational environment.

You will bring:

• A Washington Accord accredited four-year degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent qualification recognised by Engineers Australia.
• Registration as a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ).
• Comprehensive knowledge of road and bridge construction, contract administration and engineering operations.
• Strong project and program management skills with a proven ability to deliver complex infrastructure outcomes.
• Demonstrated capability to lead strategically, drive accountability and achieve results.
• Well-developed stakeholder engagement, negotiation and communication skills.
• A commitment to sound governance, risk management and continuous improvement.
• A current Class C driver's licence.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the delivery of major transport infrastructure programs, lead high-performing teams and help shape the future of Queensland's road network while delivering positive outcomes for communities across the region.

A criminal history check will be undertaken on the recommended applicant as part of the selection process.

Applications to remain current for 12 months

Job Ad Reference: QLD/698027/26

Closing Date: Friday, 28 August 2026