Make it yours.

Experience the excitement of building a career in an evolving construction business where people and performance make amazing things happen. 

This is Symal

We're Symal, a proudly different group of companies with a story of significant growth, pushing what’s possible as one of Australia’s largest self-performing contractors.

We innovate with intent – problem solving and delivering the best outcomes to our partners, communities and each other - that’s what has made Symal a success and will continue to into the future.

It’s not what we do that defines us, it’s how we do it, building better together.

The role:

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will lead design management activities specifically for several infrastructure projects across Australia in consultation with all project stakeholders. You will ensure that Symal’s design management process, standards of technical compliance, quality, cost, safety, sustainability and environmental performance are observed and that time schedules are met.

There will also be opportunities to work on other Symal projects including renewable energy infrastructure such as wind farms, BESS and civil infrastructure projects such as road and rail.

This role is based at our new South Melbourne Head Office.

Your every day:

• Ensure all Symal’s design, engineering and third-party approval obligations are met in accordance with the project requirements
• Manage the overall design phase to ensure the design is completed to scope, on time and to budget in conjunction with the project Commercial Manager
• Ensures the design is produced in conformance with the Design Specification and other stated contractual objectives
• Produces in conjunction with the Project Manager, a detailed Engineering Work Schedule detailing milestones and key dates derived from the contract program
• Implements value management recommendations, records and documents value management realised benefits
• Prepare accurate and timely narrative monthly reports that contain design movements, changes and progress and status of design exceptions when required
• Resolves interface design issues and nonconformances
• Manages the delivery of project design and implementation

Who are you?

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or similar with an extensive background in delivering complex design and construction projects within civil infrastructure
• A demonstrated capacity to identify, manage and mitigate the key design risks of solar infrastructure projects,
• Knowledge of mechanical and chemical stabilization methods—such as lime, cement, or fly ash treatment, skill in identifying opportunities to reuse excavated or marginal materials (e.g., spoil, topsoil, rock) through blending, grading, or treatment, reducing the need for imported fill and minimizing environmental impact
• Well-developed commercial, business, conceptual and analytical skills.
• Great communicator – written and verbal.
• Have a sound understanding of typical construction specifications used in the Victorian construction industry
• Good commercial acumen – proven expertise in establishment and governance of commercial contracts with a large number of design partners
• Passion for developing your career with Symal and be mentored by industry experts

A career with us

At Symal, we've always known that people and performance make amazing things happen. Work like ours needs problem solvers, bold thinkers and genuinely good people. If you're looking for a passionate team and a pathway to career success, now's the time to make it yours.

There are plenty of good reasons to dig into a career at Symal.

• Forge pathways: We open doors to diverse, challenging and future-shaping construction projects to expand your experience and develop your career.
• Get ahead: From early career support and specialised learning to leadership development, we back you with tailored development programs to help you reach your goals. Success is defined by your direction and progress.
• Keep well: A healthy and happy workplace builds a brighter future. With wellness benefits, discounted health insurance, a perks and rewards platform and an industry-leading employee assistance program, we’re here to support you when you need it.
• Stay social: People are the core of Symal. Our leading-edge work and breakout spaces stocked with snacks bring the best out of our teams and keep them fuelled for their next challenge, while our social calendar is stacked with events to connect, celebrate and reward our people.

Diversity of thought fuels our progress

Our inclusion offerings are designed to open doors for individuals who may not see a traditional entry point into the construction industry. We’re empowering women to thrive in construction through Shine, championing veteran career transitions through Resolve and building meaningful careers for Aboriginal people with Wamarra - helping you build a future where you belong.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and individuals from diverse cultural and life experiences are encouraged to apply.

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