Project Engineer

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future. Job Description Acciona are currently looking for Project Engineers with Infrastructure experience for Metro and Regional projects. ACCIONA delivers complex civil, transport and water infrastructure across metropolitan and regional Victoria. Our teams work on large multi discipline programs involving rail, roads, structures and water assets. These projects improve connectivity, resilience and liveability for communities across the state. We partner with clients and industry to apply technical expertise and sustainable construction practices. About the Opportunity As a Project Engineer, you will deliver work packages on ACCIONA projects across metro and regional Victoria. You will work with site teams, subcontractors, designers and the client to keep delivery safe, on program and within budget. You will resolve technical issues, track progress and report on cost, quality and safety. You will see how major infrastructure comes together, from planning through to construction, and build your technical and commercial skills on real projects. Your base is South Melbourne, with project work across the state. What are the key accountabilities for the position? Deliver assigned work packages safely, to program and budget Coordinate design, procurement and site interfaces Manage subcontractors and monitor their progress and quality Resolve technical queries and delivery risks with project teams Monitor safety, quality and environmental requirements on site Prepare progress and cost reports for the project team Required Skills and Competencies You will have a tertiary education in civil engineering, construction or similar. Advanced programming & planning skills Experience in detailed planning of local roads with traffic signals Experience in planning in confined spaces. Excellent commercial acumen with confidence in managing contracts and forecasting Advanced communication skills and an ability to build and maintain relationships with a broad range of subcontractors, local authorities, internal staff and clients What we offer? Engineers join ACCIONA to work on complex, meaningful infrastructure that shapes communities. You gain exposure to multidisciplinary delivery, sustainable construction methods and innovative project solutions. Our culture supports collaboration, professional growth, inclusive leadership and long term career progression across our national pipeline. ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.