Acciona

Senior Project Engineer - Rail Civils

Australia · Work style not stated · A tiempo completo

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EmployerAcciona
LocationAustralia
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeA tiempo completo
Employer posted18 Sep 2026

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

Benefits

Own delivery of engineering work packages worth up to $50 million
Lead site engineers and graduates as your team grows
Access structured mentoring and leadership development pathways

Project Information:
The Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project will double rail tracks and upgrade stations along a 20-kilometre corridor between Kuraby, south of Brisbane, and Beenleigh in Logan City. Delivered by the ActivUs Alliance, the project will transform rail capacity across South East Queensland and support the region's long-term growth, including level crossing removals and station upgrades.

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About the Opportunity:
As Senior Project Engineer, you will report to the Area Manager, Rail Civils, and take ownership of engineering delivery for a defined area of the Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project. You will coordinate design, procurement and construction, manage work packages worth up to $50 million, and lead a team including a Project Engineer, Site Engineer and Graduate Engineer. You will work closely with the delivery, engineering and commercial teams, and liaise directly with clients and subcontractors. This role offers genuine ownership and exposure to a complex, multi-partner Alliance environment.

Key accountabilities for the position will be:

Lead safety practices across your work area and subcontractor teams
Coordinate design, procurement and construction to meet project milestones
Manage subcontractors, quality control and construction lot verification
Oversee monthly forecasting, cost reporting and risk management
Lead and develop your team, including engineers and graduates
Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and Alliance requirements

Required Skills and Competencies

What capability and experience will you need to have:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline
Relevant Rail Industry Worker competencies
Proven experience delivering complex civil or rail infrastructure projects
Strong commercial acumen, including cost estimation and forecasting
Demonstrated ability to lead site teams and manage subcontractors

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

Apply now with your current resume to join the Faster Rail delivery team.

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.

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