Senior Project Engineer

Senior Project Engineer

Bielby is experiencing a period of sustained growth, supported by a strong pipeline of infrastructure projects and continued expansion into new regions. Building on over 40 years of successful major project delivery, we are seeking an accomplished Senior Project Engineer to join our NSW team.

Initially based within our Precontracts function, this role offers the opportunity to play a key role in securing major infrastructure projects across New South Wales while developing the technical and delivery strategies that underpin successful tenders. Working closely with Project Directors, Engineering Managers and Estimating teams, you will help shape methodologies, construction staging, temporary works solutions, resource planning and project execution strategies for major civil infrastructure opportunities.

Following successful project award, you will transition into a project-based Senior Project Engineer role, becoming an integral member of the delivery team on either metropolitan or regional infrastructure projects valued at $300M and beyond.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong Senior Project Engineer who wants exposure to both project pursuits and project delivery while building a long-term career with a growing contractor.

What You'll Do

• Support major infrastructure tenders by providing engineering, constructability and methodology expertise.
• Develop construction methodologies, staging plans and project delivery solutions.
• Assist with temporary works planning, site logistics and construction sequencing activities.
• Review design documentation and identify technical risks, opportunities and delivery challenges.
• Collaborate with estimating, commercial and engineering teams during tender development.
• Contribute to tender workshops, risk reviews and value engineering initiatives.
• Support client presentations and tender submissions where required.
• Assist in developing project programmes and delivery strategies.
• Transition into project delivery following project award.
• Provide engineering leadership and support during construction while driving safety, quality and programme outcomes.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• 8+ years' experience delivering major civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience working on road, bridge, transport or major infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of Design & Construct project environments.
• Experience developing methodologies, construction staging plans and delivery solutions.
• Strong technical knowledge across civil construction and project engineering disciplines.
• Excellent planning, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement capability.
• A proactive attitude and desire to grow into future project leadership opportunities.

Why Bielby?

The Bielby Way – Where People Matter

At Bielby, you'll get the opportunity to work on complex, meaningful infrastructure while being part of a business where your contribution is visible, your voice is valued and you're trusted to get on with the job.

We're proudly Australian owned and operated, with more than 40 years of experience and a strong reputation for delivering major civil infrastructure. With a strong pipeline and an expanding geographic footprint, we're creating new opportunities for our people and their careers.

What you can expect:

• Real responsibility and a genuine voice – we empower capable people to make decisions, solve problems and take ownership.
• Career growth through experience – build your technical, commercial and leadership capability through hands-on experience, mentoring, internal mobility and development opportunities.
• Complex projects that make an impact – contribute to infrastructure that connects communities and leaves a lasting legacy.
• A highly engaged culture – our latest employee engagement score is 17% above the industry average.
• People genuinely matter – safety, wellbeing, respect, honesty and collaboration are central to how we work.
• Competitive rewards and benefits – including competitive remuneration, project uplifts for eligible regional/FIFO/DIDO assignments, paid parental leave, wellbeing support and employee benefits.
• A workplace that values different perspectives – we're committed to belonging and inclusion and are a corporate member of NAWIC, providing all employees access to networking, mentoring and professional development opportunities.
  

As Bielby grows, you grow with us.

Interested? We'd like to hear from you.

Apply now or, for a confidential conversation about opportunities with Bielby, contact Dave Tyrrell on 0406 509 767 or dtyrrell@bielby.com.au.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol checks.

Applicants must have eligibility to work in Australia.