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Join Seymour Whyte for the Beerburrum to Nambour (B2N) Upgrade Project, a major civil infrastructure project being delivered as a joint venture with John Holland and focused on enhancing the rail transport network between Beerburrum and Nambour on the Sunshine Coast. Once completed, B2N will improve the North Coast Line, making travel faster and better connecting the Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay and Brisbane.

We are seeking experienced Project Engineers to join our Civil team on this major infrastructure project.  Stage 1 of works includes track duplication between Beerburrum and Beerwah, construction of new road overpasses and intersection upgrades, expansion of park ’n’ ride facilities and upgrades to power and signalling systems.

About the role:

• Manage workforce, including trades, technicians, site supervisors and contractors.
• Assign work and assist with reviews for accuracy and adherence to required standards.
• Monitor construction progress for adherence to programme and report to the Project Manager.
• Coordinate and administer construction engineering activities to ensure projects are executed in accordance with plans, designs and specifications.
• Interpret designs and suggest design modifications to simplify construction and enhance existing designs.

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil).
• Demonstrated experience delivering civil infrastructure construction projects.
• Proven experience in civil earthworks or drainage.
• Thorough understanding of client specifications and ability to produce ITPs for specific trades.
• Exposure to preparation of contractual claims and variations.
• Knowledge of head and subcontract agreements.

About Seymour Whyte:

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.

We offer a range of benefits and incentives:

• 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).

How to Apply:

• 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.

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.

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