Project Engineer, Tunnel

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity?

Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

The Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant is a critical infrastructure project designed to secure Western Australia’s water future. It involves complex tunnelling works and cutting‑edge engineering solutions to deliver sustainable outcomes for the community. This project prioritises safety, innovation, and environmental responsibility while meeting strict timelines and quality standards.

As a Project Engineer – Tunnel, you will coordinate and control tunnel engineering works across technical, scheduling, procurement, and quality activities. Reporting to the Senior Project Engineer, you will ensure safe, efficient delivery within budget and program requirements. This role offers exposure to advanced construction methods and digital engineering systems on one of WA’s most significant water projects.

• Conduct weekly safety and environmental inspections
• Prepare work packages and manage procurement
• Develop construction method statements and workpacks
• Analyse schedules and track progress against milestones
• Monitor QA processes and subcontractor documentation
• Apply digital engineering tools for planning and design
• Maintain cost control and forecasting systems

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Proven experience in tunnel or major infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of construction methods and QA processes
• Proficiency in scheduling and digital engineering tools
• Excellent stakeholder and subcontractor management skills

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.