Senior Section Engineer at NRW Holdings

Position Senior Section Engineer
Posted 20 Aug 2026
Expired 19 Sep 2026
Company NRW Holdings
Location Perth | AU
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Job Description

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With over 30 years in the industry, NRW Civil & Mining are proudto be one of the leading civil and mining contractors inAustralia.

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Scope of Work:

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Due to continued growth and recent project awards, NRW Civil &Mining are seeking an experienced Senior SectionEngineer to join our high-performing team on upcominginfrastructure projects.

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This role will see you working on large-scale urban projectssuch as roads, bridges, rail, and associated infrastructure withina metro environment. The successful candidate will provide seniortechnical leadership and engineering oversight, coordinating andadministering engineering activities to ensure projects aredelivered safely, in accordance with plans, designs, andspecifications, and to successful completion.

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You will play a key role in mentoring and developing SectionEngineers, Project Engineers and Graduates, acting as a seniorpoint of escalation and supporting the Construction Manager inclient-facing discussions and project reviews.

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Be part of a professional and collaborative team deliveringcritical infrastructure that supports growing communities.

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To be considered for the position as a Senior SectionEngineer you must possess the following as a minimum:

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  • Bachelor of Civil Engineering qualification or relevantdegree
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  • Extensive experience as a Senior Section Engineer, SectionEngineer or similar role in a large-scale civil orinfrastructure environment
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  • Main Roads WA experience highly regarded, with a strongunderstanding of authority requirements and approval processesincluding scope of works and requirements
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  • Deep technical expertise across road and pavementconstruction, including bulk/detailed earthworks, subgradepreparation, and complex structures
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  • High-level financial management experience, includingend-of-month reporting, package forecasting, variance analysis,and productivity optimisation
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  • Demonstrated ability to independently communicate andnegotiate with clients, subcontractors and suppliers to meetproject objectives, escalating to the Construction Manager asrequired
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  • Competent in conducting, reviewing and/or coordinatingPerformance Appraisals and Development Plans for directreports
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  • Demonstrates active ownership in the monitoring and growthof direct reports
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  • Demonstrated experience mentoring and developing SectionEngineers, Project Engineers and Graduate Engineers
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  • Ability to disseminate company communications in anengaging and consistent manner at project level
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  • Ability to inspire and lead relevant work teams within theproject scope
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  • Demonstrates an understanding, and can apply applicablelegislative requirements (i.e. WHS/OHS Act, Regulations,Quality and Environment)
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  • Experience in managing procurements and packages ofworks
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  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, CAD and PDFsoftware packages
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  • Knowledge of Microsoft Project / Primavera P6 software
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  • Proven site execution capability, working with Supervisors,Superintendents and client representatives to maintain andbuild strong relationships
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  • Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively, withdemonstrated experience leading and managing multidisciplinaryengineering teams
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Reporting to the Construction Manager, you will beresponsible for but not limited to:

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  • Supervise Section Engineers, Project Engineers and GraduateEngineers and support the Construction Manager in the safe andefficient delivery of the project
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  • Provide engineering leadership through safety, quality andenvironment behaviours and results (KPIs achieved)
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  • Lead risk management activities on projects, with HSEsupport
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  • Manage risk reduction strategies over the project life toachieve risk mitigation
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  • Educate and cascade the rights and obligations under thecontract to engineers, particularly the process aroundvariations, latent conditions, and programmeresponsibilities
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  • Manage cost and revenue reporting to relevant teammembers
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  • Complete monthly financial reporting requirements for worksunder control
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  • Develop a Construction Programme required under thecontract that is sufficiently detailed and resource-loaded withthe approved budget
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  • Identify (early in the project) procurement packages thatwill exceed budget and communicate to senior management
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  • Complete forecasting reports accurately, on time andconsistently
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  • Identify and analyse project forecast trends, developingintervention and recovery plans where required
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  • Identify and implement effective production monitoring andcontrol processes to identify gaps and opportunitiesimplore improve
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  • Provide a Lessons Learnt document at the close-out of aproject, or as required for longer-term contracts
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  • Provide senior engineering oversight and input intoprocurement and planning across the project
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  • Act as a key point of escalation for engineering andtechnical issues raised by Section Engineers, Project Engineersand Supervisors
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  • Support the Construction Manager in client-facing meetings,progress reviews and technical discussions
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What’s on offer with NRW:

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  • Excellent rates, conditions and benefits
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  • Long term employment prospects
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  • Competitive salary and career opportunities
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  • A culture driven organisation, be a part of a greatcrew
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  • Multiple company benefits including – Income ProtectionInsurance / Employee Assistance Program (EAP) / DiscountedPrivate Health Insurance / Paid Parental Leave / SalarySacrifice Options & Novated Leases available
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  • Enjoy employee discounts with exclusive deals forgroceries, entertainment, fuel vouchers, incredible savings ontech products and so much more – there are over 450 retailersoffering amazing deals through our benefits platform
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NRW is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we stronglysupport diversity in our workforce. Applicants from a wide sectorof the community including women and Indigenous cultures areencouraged to apply.

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Job Info:

  • Company: NRW Holdings
  • Position: Senior Section Engineer
  • Work Location: Perth
  • Country: AU

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