V.I.E. - Construction Project Engineer - Australia - F/M F/H

Job description

NB: This job ad is for a VIE. To apply, you must be a European citizen aged 18–28, fluent in English, a graduate, with no prior VIE or work experience in the host country. 

If you’re not eligible, feel free to explore other opportunities on our Careers page.

Looking for a unique international experience with a top local construction leader?

Get to know our Australian subsidiary Seymour Whyte, through the VIE program.

Let’s build better—together. Join us now.

Seymour Whyte is a leading Australian civil engineering company known for delivering complex and innovative projects that navigate challenging staging, engineering, environmental conditions, logistical constraints, and stakeholder impacts.

Its areas of expertise include roads and bridges, rail, tunnelling, and water & wastewater infrastructure — tackling both urban and regional challenges.

One of the current challenges is our Coomera Connector Project. This strategic project aiming to create a new north-south corridor to relieve congestion on the Queensland’s M1 East, will improve road safety and ease traffic flow in a rapidly growing area. Seymour Whyte is responsible for delivering a key section of this infrastructure in Queensland, and as such, is looking for Site Engineers V.I.E. F/M who will be excited to join!

Does it feel like a project you would be ready to take on? Keep reading! 

What you can expect as a Construction Project Engineer @Seymour Whyte ?

As part of the Seymour Whyte teams, you will play a key role in supervising a specific worksite area while working closely with construction teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and more.  

Get ready to: 

• Manage schedules and coordinate subcontractors on your perimeter (conduct and administer overall job planning and programming);


• Define and ensure the supply of material needs of your perimeter;


• Monitor construction progress and ensure the smooth running of the work;


• Participate in the financial management of the project;


• Monitor daily costs of all time-dependent elements on the project and implications;


• Undertake cost controlling and estimating as required;


• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and requirements related to Quality Assurance, Occupational Health and Safety, and Environment;


• The project you will join can differ based on your application time and your technical expertise.

Desired profile

What about you?

You’ll be a great fit if: 

• You’re looking for a role that mixes fieldwork with project coordination, and you’re eager to get hands-on experience in construction.


• You hold a master’s degree in civil engineering or construction and have initial experience in roadworks or civil engineering projects, giving you solid site knowledge that will help you integrate effectively on a technical level


• You make Health & Safety a priority. You follow the rules and actively contribute to maintaining a safe work environment for everyone.


• You’re comfortable with the fast pace and direct communication of construction sites, and your can-do attitude helps you face challenges head-on.


• You’ve got strong interpersonal skills and enjoy being part of a team. Your curiosity and openness make it easy for you to adapt and integrate quickly.


• You speak fluent English and feel confident communicating in any context—on site, in meetings, or day-to-day—and you're excited about the opportunity to live and work in Australia, making the most of everything it has to offer.


• You have your driver’s license, and you’re ready to move between sites if needed.

Next steps? 

If you like what you’re reading and feel you could be up for the task, let’s meet! 

We’ll have a first quick phone encounter to ensure we are aligned on what you’re looking for and what we can offer, before exploring these elements further during a second Teams meeting. 

If we are still in step, it will be time for you to meet HR and operational members from Seymour Whyte. 

Welcome aboard!

About VINCI Construction Services Partagés

VINCI Construction est l'un des principaux acteurs mondiaux de la construction, dans le domaine des infrastructures de transport, des bâtiments, des réseaux et des aménagements urbains. VINCI Construction s'appuie sur un réseau d'entreprises de proximité, des réseaux de spécialité et une expertise spécifique sur les grands projets d'infrastructures. Présentes dans plus de 100 pays, ses 1 300 entreprises emploient plus de 119 000 collaborateurs et ont réalisé un chiffre d'affaires de 31,5 milliards d'euros.

En tant qu'employeur engagé, nous agissons pour l'inclusion des personnes en situation de handicap. Nous offrons des opportunités égales, mettons en place des aménagements adaptés et accompagnons nos collaborateurs pour leur réussite professionnelle. Chez nous, chaque talent compte.