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Principal Engineer (Civil)
Central Queensland Region; Program Delivery & Operations; Infrastructure Management and Delivery; Mackay
An exciting leadership opportunity exists for an experienced Principal Engineer (Civil) to lead the planning and delivery of major road infrastructure projects across Central Queensland. This role is responsible for managing key components of the
Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program (QTRIP), providing high-level technical expertise, leading multidisciplinary project teams, and ensuring successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects within time, budget, quality and
stakeholder expectations.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Engineering & Surveying |
| Classification | PO6 |
| Workplace Location | Mackay region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/694801/26 |
| Closing date | 21-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 30 June 2030 with possible extension |
| Contact person | Mark Weatherley |
| Contact details | Phone: 0459 800 467 Access the National Relay Service |
Shape the future of Queensland's transport network
Transport and Main Roads is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Principal Engineer (Civil) to lead the delivery of significant road infrastructure projects that will support the future growth, connectivity and prosperity of Central Queensland.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role where you'll influence major investment decisions, manage complex projects, and play a key role in delivering Queensland's transport infrastructure priorities.
About us
With branches in Rockhampton, Mackay and Barcaldine and a site office in Emerald, the Transport and Main Roads Program Delivery and Operations (PDO) Central Queensland Region (CQ Region) looks after 9076km of state-controlled roads and about 1510km of the National Road Network. This role will contribute to the development and delivery of the Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program (QTRIP).
Benefits
• Rural and Remote Area Incentive Scheme (RRAIS)
• Annual Registered Professional Engineers Queensland (RPEQ) compensation payment of $8,200
• Annual reimbursement of professional fees
• Annual health & wellbeing reimbursement of $109.40
• 5 weeks annual leave + 14% annual leave loading
• Locality allowance
• Corporate discounts from a range of leading private health companies
• Further learning and development support available through the Study and Research Assistance Scheme (SARAS)
• Relocation assistance
In the role of Principal Engineer, you will manage the planning and delivery of key components of the Queensland Transport and Road Investment Program (QTRIP) and provide specialist technical expertise and advice for associated infrastructure projects and to other professional and technical staff to ensure successful delivery of the program within time, quality, cost and stakeholder expectations.
Some of your responsibilities will include:
• Coordinate, lead and manage the delivery and ongoing development of QTRIP projects, understanding deficiencies and gaps across the network.
• Provide effective leadership to a team of internal and external resources engaged in the delivery of various programs.
• Be responsible for the development of project management plans and provide reports on the progress of works and actual and forecast expenditure.
• Ensure performance management systems are in place and effective in supporting the delivery of the program of works and individual projects within the program.
• Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the project you will be responsible for and determine changes to processes with a view to obtaining continuous improvements in efficiency, productivity and setting strategies.
• Ensure the application of all relevant standards, policies, guidelines and legislative requirements necessary to support responsible decisions and quality of outcomes is maintained with respect to all delivery phases of the road infrastructure projects.
• Work collaboratively with other project owners and managers to deliver an effective and complex cross-boundary project.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on contractual management, issues resolution, monitoring of key outcomes and contract performance.
• Act as "Representative of the Principal" for the delivery of contracts as defined and delegated at respective development/implementation project phases.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/694801/26
Closing Date: Tuesday, 21 July 2026
Further information
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