Project Engineer – Piling Works & OHTL Construction | HumeLink West

UGL and CPB Contractors members of the CIMIC Group have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the western section of the HumeLink high voltage transmission project.

HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project connecting Wagga Wagga Maragle and Bannaby significantly increasing the capacity and reliability of Australias eastern electricity network. As one of Australias largest energy infrastructure projects HumeLink will deliver approximately 365km of new transmission lines and associated infrastructure critical to the nations energy future.

The HumeLink West scope of works valued at $1.4 billion includes the delivery of new 500kV double-circuit transmission lines spanning approximately 140km from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new substation at Gugaa the interface point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle for future connection to Snowy 2.0.

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer Piling Works & OHTL Construction to join the HumeLink West team and play a key role in delivering critical foundation piling and overhead transmission line construction packages across this landmark energy project.

This site-based role will be responsible for planning coordinating and overseeing foundation piling and transmission line construction activities ensuring works are delivered safely efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

Competitive salary package
14/7 roster supporting work-life balance
Site-based leadership role with significant project exposure
Opportunity to work on one of Australias largest energy infrastructure projects
Collaborate with highly experienced engineering and construction teams
Contribute to Australias energy transition and future transmission network

As the Project Engineer Piling Works & OHTL Construction you will support the successful delivery of foundation and transmission line construction activities across the project including:

• Planning and coordinating piling bored pier drilled shaft foundation and OHTL construction activities in accordance with project requirements.
• Managing subcontractors and specialist piling and transmission line contractors to ensure works are delivered safely on schedule and within budget.
• Providing technical engineering support through the review and interpretation of geotechnical reports structural drawings foundation designs IFC drawings specifications and design documentation.
• Monitoring daily production piling progress concrete pours tower foundation works structure erection conductor stringing activities testing requirements and quality controls.
• Preparing and maintaining construction programs look-ahead schedules work packs ITPs SWMS reviews and inspection records.
• Assisting with procurement and coordination of materials plant equipment and specialist subcontractors required for piling and OHTL works.
• Managing site documentation including RFIs NCRs design queries engineering records and construction reports.
• Contributing to cost tracking forecasting productivity reporting and project performance reviews.
• Ensuring compliance with project safety environmental and quality management systems.
• Building strong working relationships with project teams clients consultants landowners and subcontractors.
• Supporting the coordination of tower foundation construction tower erection conductor installation and transmission line commissioning activities.

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Previous experience as a Project Engineer or Site Engineer delivering piling works foundations overhead transmission lines transmission infrastructure renewable energy mining rail or major civil construction projects.
• Strong understanding of piling methodologies including bored piles CFA piles driven piles rock socketing and reinforced concrete foundation construction.
• Experience in OHTL construction activities including transmission tower foundations tower erection conductor stringing and associated civil works.
• Ability to interpret geotechnical civil structural and transmission design documentation.
• Experience managing specialist subcontractors and coordinating construction activities in a live project environment.
• Sound knowledge of construction sequencing temporary works quality assurance and safety management.
• Strong commercial awareness including progress tracking cost control forecasting and subcontractor management.
• Excellent communication stakeholder engagement leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working on transmission energy renewable utility or major infrastructure projects will be highly regarded.

Where applicable evidence of tertiary qualifications and proof of right to work will be required prior to appointment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people from all cultural backgrounds to apply.

• A rewarding career with ongoing development training and opportunities for internal progression.
• Opportunities across a diverse portfolio of major infrastructure and construction projects.
• Competitive remuneration and excellent employee benefits including health and wellbeing programs discounts and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity collaboration and innovation.

Please note: This role is being sourced directly by UGL and CPB Contractors. Applications submitted through external recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Applications close

10 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time