• Help lead the successful delivery of public realm and activity centre projects
• Full time, permanent opportunity
• Band 7: $109K – $123K per annum (depending on experience) + 12% superannuation

About the City Futures team
The City Futures team sits within the Planning and Place directorate and plays a key role in shaping the municipality’s built environment. The team is responsible for delivering high-quality capital works projects, including public realm improvements, streetscapes, and public spaces that enhance how our community lives, works and connects.

Working collaboratively with urban designers, landscape architects and project managers, City Futures is committed to delivering innovative, sustainable and community-focused infrastructure outcomes.

About the role
The Principal Project Engineer provides technical leadership and engineering expertise across City Future’s capital works program, with a focus on public realm and infrastructure projects within activity centres and active transport corridors.

The role is responsible for the development and coordination of civil designs, detailed documentation and contract management, ensuring outcomes are compliant, constructable and aligned with Council standards. Working closely with the Project Manager, the Principal Project Engineer provides expert technical advice and oversight throughout planning, design and construction, ensuring risks are identified early and project solutions are achievable and fit for purpose. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and reviewing civil designs, specifications and technical documentation to ensure best practice outcomes.
• Partnering with Project Managers and Designers to successfully deliver projects across scope, time, cost and quality.
• Managing complex technical issues across project lifecycle, including design optimisation and risk mitigation.
• Overseeing construction activities including site visits, contractor performance and contract administration.
• Providing expert input into procurement, tender evaluation and project methodologies.
• Supporting continuous improvement, mentoring team members and strengthening internal engineering capability.

About you  
You are an experienced engineer with strong technical expertise and a passion for delivering high-quality public infrastructure outcomes. You thrive in complex environments, apply sound engineering judgement, and collaborate effectively within multi-disciplinary teams.

You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in the design, documentation, and delivery of public infrastructure projects
• Strong problem-solving capability, with the ability to resolve complex design and construction challenges
• Experience in contract management, construction oversight, and delivering high-quality project outcomes
• The ability to influence stakeholders and provide trusted technical advice across all stages of a project lifecycle
• A strong commitment to safety, risk management, and continuous improvement

The following is also required:

• A tertiary qualification in Engineering (preferably Civil Engineering)
• Professional engineering registration, or progression towards registration in line with the Professional Engineers Registration Act 2019
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, and project management frameworks

Not meeting all the requirements for this role? We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes. If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Pre-employment checks
Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include:

• Employee Working with Children Check
• New National Police Record Check
• Evidence of right to work in Australia.
• Verification of qualification and registration

Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description
Principal Project Engineer - Position Description - May 2026.pdf

Apply NOW!
All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)

Closing date: Sunday 7 June at 11.55pm

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Matt Slavin, Manager City Futures on 9524 3359 or email MSlavin@gleneira.vic.gov.au

What’s on offer
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We will offer you:

• Hybrid work environment and Flexible work options
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
• Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs
• Reward and recognition programs
• Comprehensive leave entitlements
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

Working at Glen Eira City Council
Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.