UGL is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead engineering delivery for a major data centre construction project in Australia. The role typically requires a relevant engineering degree, professional registration or chartered status, and substantial experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams on large-scale infrastructure, building, industrial or data centre projects. Candidates should understand design coordination, technical compliance, constructability, commissioning, project controls, risk management and Australian safety standards. Strong leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work closely with clients, designers, subcontractors and site teams. The successful candidate will be expected to drive safe, practical and cost-effective engineering outcomes while maintaining programme, quality and compliance requirements.
UGL is a leading Australian engineering, construction and maintenance services company and part of the CIMIC Group. It delivers complex projects across transport, energy, resources, water, defence, telecommunications and social infrastructure. UGL provides services throughout the full project lifecycle, including front-end engineering, design, construction, commissioning, asset maintenance and operational support. The company has extensive experience delivering technically demanding facilities and large infrastructure programs, with a strong focus on safety, quality, sustainability and reliable project outcomes. Its workforce includes engineers, project managers, tradespeople, technicians and corporate specialists working across Australia and selected international markets. For employees, UGL offers opportunities to work on major projects, develop technical and leadership capabilities, and contribute to nationally significant infrastructure. Project locations, rosters and employment conditions vary according to the contract and business division.
Australia offers strong opportunities for engineers, project managers, construction professionals, electricians, technicians and skilled tradespeople, particularly in infrastructure, energy, resources, defence and data centre development. Workplace culture is generally practical, safety-conscious and relatively direct, with emphasis on teamwork, accountability and work-life balance. Lifestyle varies from major-city living in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Perth to regional and remote project work. Housing and transport costs can be high in larger cities, while remote roles may include accommodation, travel and roster arrangements. Visa options may include employer sponsorship, skilled migration or temporary skilled work visas, depending on occupation, qualifications and experience. Applicants should check current requirements with the Australian Department of Home Affairs and confirm professional recognition where applicable. Relocating workers should budget for housing, health insurance, tax, transport and initial settlement costs, and understand that project roles may involve travel, extended shifts or fly-in fly-out arrangements.
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