About the Role
Lead a multidisciplinary transport engineering team in South Australia, driving business growth, technical excellence, and innovation in transport infrastructure. Oversee project delivery, client relationships, and strategic pursuits while championing digital engineering and high-performance team development.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a diverse team of transport engineering professionals
- Expand business operations and strengthen relationships with key clients
- Promote and maintain high standards of technical performance
- Support the growth and development of a capable, high-performing team
- Drive market expansion and deepen client engagement across South Australia
- Build long-term, trusted partnerships with government and private sector stakeholders
- Lead strategic initiatives to position the firm for major transport infrastructure projects
- Ensure high-quality project delivery and adherence to governance protocols
- Advocate for quality assurance, safety standards, and successful client outcomes
- Manage risk, commercial performance, and efficient use of internal systems and regional work-sharing models
- Provide expert technical guidance on highway engineering projects
- Support design quality, constructability, innovation, and practical solutions throughout project lifecycles
- Promote digital innovation and forward-thinking project delivery methods
- Encourage adoption of digital engineering tools and emerging technologies to improve project results, bidding processes, and team capabilities
Requirements
- Experienced engineering professional with a strong background
- Proven leadership experience in multidisciplinary engineering settings
- Strong ability to build and maintain client relationships
- Background in transportation or infrastructure-related projects
- Demonstrated success in business development and leading strategic initiatives
- Track record of successful project delivery, governance, and commercial management
- Technical expertise in highway or transport engineering
- Experience in risk management and quality assurance processes
- Proficient in digital engineering tools and emerging technologies
Additional Information
- Position is located in South Australia
- This vacancy resulted from an internal promotion
- Role includes leadership of engineering teams and direct client interaction
- Focus on serving government and private sector clients in transport infrastructure
- Strong emphasis on digital engineering and innovative practices
