Title:  Project Engineer

About the Role

John Holland is looking for a Project Engineer to join our North East Link - Hoddle to Burke project

Eastern Hoddle Bourke Alliance (EHBA), comprising John Holland, Seymour Whyte, Mott MacDonald and Jacobs, in partnership with MRPV, is delivering a major upgrade of Melbourne's Eastern Freeway as part of the North East Link Project. The project includes:

• 6km of freeway widening with additional lanes in both directions
• 3km dedicated busway separated from mainline traffic
• Major bridge and structural works, including a new Yarra River bridge
• Installation of retaining walls, drainage, noise walls, ITS, lighting and signage

Role responsibilities

• Plan and manage short‑ and long‑term construction activities, including programming, procurement and start‑up planning for allocated works.
• Identify and support Head Contract variations, including changes to scope and ensure effective application of project commercial procedures and purchase order controls.
• Ensure material, plant and subcontractor registers are accurately maintained to produce monthly accruals and assist in control of the budget and forecasting
• Provide technical support to the construction team through strong knowledge of specifications and requirements.
• Review design documentation to ensure clarity, compliance and suitability for construction.
• Develop and maintain construction documentation & close out all defects within the timeframe of Practical Completion nominated in the Project Quality Plan

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, science or a related discipline.
• Significant experience in an engineering/project delivery role, including Project Engineer responsibilities.
• Proven experience delivering projects valued over $10M.
• Strong understanding of project management frameworks, specifications, standards and accountabilities.
• Working knowledge of design, quality, safety and environmental management plans.
• Sound pre‑contracts knowledge, including design, planning and legislative requirements.

We offer

• Competitive salary and benefits, including salary continuance and salary sacrifice options
• Flexible work arrangements and generous leave, including 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Career development through technical, leadership and emerging talent programs
• Opportunities to work on some of Australia's most iconic projects
• A diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong
• Wellbeing support and benefits designed to help you thrive

At John Holland, our purpose is simple: we transform lives with everything we do.

We know infrastructure is about people - our customers, our employees and the communities we work in every day. That's what sets us apart: deep expertise, proven capability and a genuine commitment to creating better outcomes for people along the way.

With expertise spanning engineering, construction and operations, we're delivering the projects and services that keep communities moving. From rail, roads and bridges to hospitals and stadiums, we've helped shape Australia through iconic projects. You'll even see us operating buses, trains and trams.

Be part of a team that's up for the challenge of transforming lives.