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Senior Engineer

📍 Australia

Construction Public Sector People

Job Description

One of QLD's largest state departments is seeking an experienced RPEQ Senior Engineer to support the SCR (State Controlled Road) Design Team in delivering its 2025–26 program of works.

Working alongside an existing in-house RPEQ Engineer, you will provide senior technical leadership, oversee civil design development, and provide RPEQ certification for designs prepared by the South Coast Region Design Team. Projects will range from Safer Roads Sooner works (under $5 million) through to major intersection upgrade projects exceeding $10 million.

Key Responsibilities

Providing direct supervision and technical guidance to TMR Designers on concept and detailed design projects

Ensuring compliance with TMR and Queensland standards, guidelines, and policies

Ensuring designs achieve value for money and align with industry best practice

Preparing seal and pavement designs for concept and detailed design stages

Preparing and reviewing technical documentation, including:

EDD / DE reports

Design Development Reports

Reviewing project estimates and other delivery and contractual documentation

Managing effective communication with internal and external stakeholders

Attending and contributing to project meetings as required

Mandatory Requirements

Be a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ)

Comply with (or be willing to obtain) the required insurance coverage as specified in the RFQ

Comply with the Conditions of Contract

Comply with the Queensland Government Supplier Code of Conduct

Be available to meet the required on-site and remote work arrangements

If you are an experienced civil design engineer & looking for a contract role at one of the states largest departments, this is the role for you. They are looking for someone with RPEQ registration & extensive experience in the design of TMR/ Road projects.

If interested, give me a call on 0466 265 446 & send your application through to: daniel@publicsectorpeople.com.au!

Senior Engineer • Gold Coast & Hinterland, QLD, AU

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Job Details

Posted Date: February 28, 2026
Job Type: Construction
Location: Australia
Company: Public Sector People

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