Careers

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.

Perth Park will transform the Burswood Peninsula into Western Australia’s premier destination for sport, music and community events. Featuring Perth’s first outdoor amphitheatre, landscaped parklands and multi-use tracks, this iconic project will create a vibrant space for festivals, cycling, motorsport and more. Seymour Whyte, alongside Civmec and Aurecon, is proud to deliver this legacy development for Main Roads Western Australia.

As a Senior Project Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering one of Western Australia’s most iconic projects. You’ll lead engineering functions on site, manage complex construction activities, and ensure safety, quality and program targets are met. Your expertise will help create a world-class precinct that brings communities together for generations to come.

About the role:

• Coordinate and lead on-site engineering functions for allocated disciplines
• Develop and implement project management plans and risk assessments
• Manage procurement schedules and negotiate best value packages
• Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure compliance with standards
• Drive productivity and oversee short and medium-term programs

The successful applicant will have the following skills and experience:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) or equivalent
• Significant experience delivering civil infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of WHS, quality and environmental procedures
• Ability to prepare SWMS, ITPs, contractual claims and variations
• Advanced computer literacy and strong leadership capabilities

Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver’s Licence and have their own transport.

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

• Financial Wellbeing: competitive remuneration, salary continuance insurance and employee share program
• Generous Leave benefits: purchased leave program, paid parental leave, and birthday leave – have your birthday off on us!
• Career Development: measure your progress with our Engineering Competency Matrix and Learning & Development programs
• Enjoy shopping, fitness and wellbeing discounts through our Flare and WHEREFIT partnerships including discounted gym memberships and classes
• Health & Wellbeing: discounted health insurance, seasonal vaccinations, fertility benefit and employee assistance program (EAP)

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: 494695

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