CPB Contractors is the CIMIC Group’s construction company and a leading international construction contractor, with operations across Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. 

Combining the expertise and track record formerly delivered by Leighton Contractors and Thiess, we specialize in project delivery spanning all key sectors of the construction industry including roads, rail, tunnelling, building and Defence.

Our Mission is to generate sustainable returns for our shareholders by delivering projects for our clients, while providing safe, rewarding, and fulfilling careers for our people.

We value people who are talented, motivated, and disciplined with a strong work ethic that drives them to succeed.

The Project

The project is in the Defence sector on sites located in regional Western Australia. The overall project is more than 2 years in duration, involving significant construction upgrades to airfield asphalt pavements and related infrastructure assets.

Your Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Engineer - Asphalt with airfield pavements, asphalt contracting and civil construction background, to join our multi-disciplinary project team. The role is an excellent opportunity for a self-driven and ambitious professional to enable and lead the delivery of a major business initiative within a complex project.

Our minimum requirements for this role are:

• minimum 7 years’ experience in a senior project role, specifically involving asphalt contracting, roads and pavement construction
• tertiary qualification in engineering

• proven commitment to promoting safety, quality and environmental compliance
• collaborative team attitude with operational leadership experience
• demonstrated ability in developing strong relationships with subcontractor and supplier partners
• high level understanding of resourcing, technical, scheduling and contract management to achieve and exceed safety, quality, time and cost objectives
• extensive experience in site-based construction roles, client interface and project management systems
• experience with Defence processes and project delivery will be highly regarded
• able to meet Department of Defence security clearance requirements (DCAC)

All Candidates shortlisted for this position will be asked to consent to national police check and/or financial history check. Please note that the presence of a criminal record will not automatically exclude a Candidate from the recruitment process. Each application will be considered on its merits.

We are always looking for ways to make CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:

• genuine career pathways supported through training, talent identification and professional development
• exposure across all construction sectors that enables promotion opportunities
• competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance
• flexible work arrangements within a culture that values diversity, collaboration and innovation

If you are interested in this role and meet the above requirements, please apply below.

Please note: This role is being sourced through CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.