" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eSenior Engineering Manager\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20702\"\u003e Operations \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20703\"\u003e Rail \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20704\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20705\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 9/11/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead teams on Victoria\u0026#39;s most complex rail projects\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShape engineering outcomes across a major Alliance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork in Footscray with direct train access and vibrant local amenities\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e About the role\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e As the \u003cstrong\u003eSenior Engineering Manager,\u003c/strong\u003e you will lead a multidisciplinary teams shape major engineering solutions, and work closely with government and Alliance partners to deliver infrastructure that improves safety and communities. \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe program has already delivered major outcomes and continues to evolve as a benchmark for collaborative infrastructure delivery. \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eExpect a highly collaborative environment where influence, communication, and leadership are key to success. \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWhy this role stands out?\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoin a well-established alliance with potential extensions through 2032.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork from a modern Footscray office, just minutes from Footscray Station with direct train access across Melbourne. \u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead the engineering management within a major infrastructure alliance.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShape complex program outcomes across multidisciplinary teams.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe part of a vibrant multicultural precinct with outstanding food, cafes, and local amenities.\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Key Responsibilities:\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead a multidisciplinary team to evaluate and implement innovative, sustainable engineering solutions.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide clear leadership to ensure alignment across team, program priorities, and delivery milestones.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInfluence stakeholders to support timely decision-making and successful project outcomes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManage interfaces between development, design, engineering, and delivery teams.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMentor engineering team, fostering collaboration, safety, and high performance.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u0026nbsp; You will likely bring:\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSignificant experience leading teams and delivering outcomes on complex multidisciplinary engineering engineering and design projects including Rail Systems, Civil and Structures\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong client-facing capability, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven experience integrating technical, constructability, risk and stakeholder requirements on major infrastructure projects\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to lead development of engineering solutions, solve problems, manage interfaces with construction and Alliance partners, drive value and cost-effective outcomes\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear accountability for engineering delivery to programme and budget.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrategic thinking with a focus on sustainable and innovative solutions.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Don\u0026rsquo;t tick all the boxes but you\u0026rsquo;re still excited about this opportunity? We\u0026rsquo;re dedicated to building a diverse workplace, so we also look at applicants with great transferable skills from similar industries.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If that\u0027s you, we encourage you to still apply as you may just be the right candidate for this role or one of our other opportunities. \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e About Us\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e McConnell Dowell \u0026ndash; Creative Construction\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Our purpose is Providing a Better Life. We do that through delivering projects that connect, support and sustain communities, and through providing career opportunities that challenge, reward and grow our people. \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eFrom remote major resources and energy projects to city-shaping transport and water infrastructure, we have constructed thousands of high-quality, complex projects for our customers and communities over more than 60 years, in Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands and Southeast Asia.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWhy join us?\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e The work you\u0026rsquo;ll do will have a tangible positive impact on people\u0026rsquo;s lives, including yours. The diversity of our projects, roles and locations means greater development opportunities. We invest in our people to set and reach personal and professional goals and we have some of the best mentoring minds in the business to help you do that.\u0026nbsp; Because when you grow, we all grow.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e McConnell Dowell actively seeks and celebrates diversity, inclusion, and individuality. In a culture low on ego and high on support, we encourage everyone to make an impact. We\u0027re big enough to take on community-shaping projects, but agile enough for you to have an influence on how we do things.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e So, join us, be you, and help us create better together. Apply now!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe are an equal opportunity employer. People of all ages, abilities, sexual orientation, gender identities \u0026amp; cultures including Aboriginal, and Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note all successful applicants must hold valid work rights for Australia and pass a satisfactory pre-employment medical which includes drug and alcohol checks.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e This role is being sourced through McConnell Dowell directly and not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"935711\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "