Senior Project Development Engineer — Middle Park, Port Phillip

Expired

About the Role Reporting to Team Leader Project Development, the role focuses on developing road safety, road infrastructure improvement and congestion mitigation project proposals in accordance with corporate guidelines under broad supervision. The role requires to undertake, manage and oversee technical assessments for various project needs, determine feasibility, develop and analyse various project options in terms of scope, cost and risks, to achieve optimal project outcomes. To access the Position Description, Please Click here Position Accountabilities Exercise professional independent judgement to develop road project proposals in accordance with corporate guidelines under broad supervision. Apply well established project management skills and effectively lead project development activities such as project scoping, transport modelling, design investigation/development, stakeholder engagement and liaison, risk management, project costing and the preparation of project proposals to time, cost and quality requirements. Provide sound written and verbal advice to key internal and external stakeholders on project proposals. Build strong relationships and competently negotiate with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure project proposals have considered and balanced the needs of all stakeholders and are developed on time, to appropriate cost, quality and investment standards and to government and community requirements. Exercise professional judgement to actively participate in self-development, while effectively coach, motivate and develop less experienced team members such that an appropriate standard of work is maintained, and team goals are achieved. In line with Section 31A of the Public Administration Act 2004 (Vic) other duties may be assigned consistent with employment classification, skills, and capabilities. The role requires strong project delivery skills, including defining and coordinating tasks to achieve agreed outcomes, guiding team members, and taking corrective action as needed. Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities are essential, particularly in interpreting guidelines, analyzing options, and making informed decisions. Effective stakeholder management is key, with a focus on adding value, maintaining satisfaction, and addressing issues constructively. The ability to influence and persuade by adapting communication to the audience and aligning ideas with others' values is also important. Additionally, the role demands collaborative teamwork, engaging with other teams to share information, address challenges, and support colleagues in difficult situations. Personal attributes Resilience (Applied) - Gives frank and honest feedback/advice. Listens when ideas are challenged, seeks to understand the nature of criticism, and respond constructively; Displays confidence and convictions when communicating an option. Interpersonal Skills (Applied) - Sees things from another’s point of view and confirms understanding; Understand motivations, need s and wants of stakeholders and their impact on service delivery; Tailor communications according to audience and/or audience preference. Qualifications and Experience Mandatory Tertiary qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or relevant other engineering disciplines Experience relevant to position outcomes and key selection criteria of the role Desirable Proven previous work experienc