Senior Project Engineer - Civil

Brand new opportunity to build a WWTP in a key growth area of South East Queensland.
Play a key role in the construction team delivering a state‑funded, greenfield wastewater treatment plant at Chambers Flat. This $350M project includes the WWTP and two conveyance pipelines servicing Park Ridge and Yarrabilba.

Logan Water has secured funding under Queensland’s Residential Activation Fund to fast‑track the Chambers Flat WWTP with land acquired and the design and planning well advanced. Construction is programmed to commence on treatment plant site from early 2026. You’ll operate within a mature, long‑term program alongside Logan Water and Alliance Partners WSP and Stantec. 

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Project Manager, as Senior Project Engineer – Civils you’ll manage and to provide technical expertise, guidance and advice on the delivery of construction project of the Chambers Flat WWTP. 

As Senior Project Engineer – Civils you will provide technical advice across planning, design, procurement and delivery, contributing to project reporting, POAR processes and solutions to performance risks. Support planning visits and concept reviews, ensure timely, fit-for-purpose and constructible designs aligned with budgets, and integrate community, environmental, operational and maintenance requirements. 

What we are looking for 

• 10+ years’ project engineering experience within the construction industry 
• Experience managing subcontractors
• Demonstrated ability in financial management and reporting, including budgeting
• Experience in driving quality outcomes in project delivery
• Commitment to work within the requirements of the company’s Zero Harm system
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external parties (Alliance teams, stakeholders etc)

What we offer

• A competitive remuneration package
• Flexible work practices across site/office, robust wellness benefits, and access to Downer Group programs.
• Career runway inside a mature SEQ program: leadership development, formal mentoring, and pathways into growth roles within multiple programs of work across SEQ.
• The chance to deliver a city‑shaping asset that underwrites affordable housing and environmental outcomes for decades.  
• Opportunity for career growth with structured frameworks and supportive-inclusive team 
• Permanent position 
• Valued and respected position, with supportive and experienced team
• Work for a major ASX-listed company 

About Energy & Utilities…Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

How to apply

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