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.

As a Senior Project Engineer (Civil) on the Beerburrum to Nambour (B2N) Project, you will play a pivotal role in delivering one of Southeast Queensland’s most significant rail upgrades. Focused on improving safety, capacity and reliability, this project supports fast-growing Sunshine Coast communities and will deliver long‑lasting benefits to the region.

You will take ownership of complex civil construction activities, leading site teams, coordinating subcontractors and ensuring safe, efficient delivery. Working closely with the Project Manager and wider JV team, you will balance program, quality and commercial outcomes while mentoring engineers and setting the standard for excellence on site.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Lead on-site civil construction activities across the civil scope.
• Drive safety leadership and compliance across all works.
• Manage subcontractors, procurement packages and productivity.
• Oversee quality processes including ITPs, lot closures and NCRs.
• Support program, cost control, progress claims and variations.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO CAN DEMONSTRATE:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)
• Proven experience delivering civil infrastructure projects, within a contractor delivery model.
• Knowledge of safety legislation, Australian Standards and industry codes.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
• Commitment to quality, safety and environmental practices.

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 BENEFITS AVAILABLE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES:

• Career Development: training, mentoring and leadership development programs.
• Generous Leave Benefits: purchased leave program, paid parental leave and birthday leave - have your birthday off on us!
• Career Development: training, mentoring and leadership 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).

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.

As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want. 

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: 494788

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