Senior Engineering Manager

About DT Infrastructure

DT Infrastructure is a trusted provider of engineering and construction solutions that unlock opportunities for our clients, communities and people. Specialising in Defence, transport and infrastructure, we offer a unique synergy of local expertise in complex projects and the global perspective of our multinational parent company, Gamuda Berhad. Through engineering innovation, collaborative contracting and leading sustainability practices we’re unlocking opportunities for a better tomorrow.

About the role

DT Infrastructure is seeking a highly experienced Senior Engineering Manager to lead engineering governance, technical assurance and design management across major infrastructure projects within our Queensland operations.

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will drive engineering excellence across pre-contract and project delivery phases, ensuring strong technical outcomes, compliance and commercial performance across rail, infrastructure, roads and renewable energy projects.

This role requires a well-connected engineering leader with strong relationships across the consulting market and the ability to lead collaborative teams across both onshore and offshore environments. You will work closely with clients, consultants and delivery teams to manage technical risk, strengthen engineering capability and support successful project delivery across complex Design & Construct projects.

You will also play a key role in maintaining Accredited Engineering Organisation (AEO) principles and ensuring compliance with relevant statutory engineering registration requirements including RPEQ, NER and equivalent frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering management and technical assurance activities across major infrastructure projects.


• Oversee design planning, integration and engineering governance throughout project delivery.


• Build strong relationships with consultants, clients, government authorities and delivery partners.


• Drive engineering quality, audit processes, continuous improvement and compliance initiatives.


• Lead and mentor engineering teams while strengthening capability, systems and performance outcomes.

About you

• Degree qualified in Engineering or a related discipline with relevant professional registrations highly regarded.


• 12+ years’ post graduate experience, including significant leadership experience managing engineering teams within major infrastructure or construction environments.


• Strong understanding of systems engineering, design management, technical assurance and rail or infrastructure safety frameworks.


• Proven experience delivering complex Design & Construct infrastructure projects through all phases of delivery.


• Collaborative leader with strong commercial acumen, stakeholder management skills and a passion for safety, quality and high-performing teams.

Why work for DTI

• Competitive pay that reflects your contribution: We reward performance and impact, with our remuneration benchmarked to market.  

• Purpose-driven careers in infrastructure: As we grow our presence in the renewable energy sector, DTI is also continuing to cement its position as a delivery partner of choice across rail, roads and Defence infrastructure projects. Our teams benefit from the variety of opportunities, applying their skills and experience across multiple sectors.  

• Fostering your development: We’ve developed a culture where continuous learning is front and centre of everything we do. Fostering the growth and development of our people is key to our success and ensuring that we are preparing the next generation of leaders is a core focus for our business.   

• Parental leave designed for the reality of family life: Our industry leading parental leave policies are centred on flexibility to support modern family life, because at DTI, little families are a part of our one big family.  

• Flexibility that works for you and for us: We acknowledge that everyone’s needs are different in striking the right work-life integration. Whether it’s hybrid working, adjusted hours, job sharing or balancing family commitments, we’ll work together to make it work.  

DT Infrastructure is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions opportunity and respect. Our focus on inclusivity is active and ongoing. Women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and former members of the Australian Defence Force are encouraged to apply.  
 
Visit www.DTInfrastructure.com.au to explore how DTI can support your career progression, unlock personal advantages and apply for our opportunities.  
 

How to apply  
  
If you are looking to make a meaningful impact and join our team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your updated CV online to be considered for this role.    
  
If you have any questions or issues submitting your application, please reach out to [email protected].