NB: the job ad you’re about to read if for a VIE.

The VIE program is a specific program led by the French government, with specific criteria. It requires you to: 

• Be a European citizen aged between 18 and 28 on the date of registration, whatever training level.  
• Be a graduate student, with a fluent level in English.  
• Have never done any V.I.E. in the past. 
• Not have worked previously in the host country.  

If you tick all the boxes, welcome! If not, we suggest you go on our Careers page, we’re sure you’ll find a job aligned with your expectations.

We believe in building better together. Are you ready to be part of the change and drive our growth?

Get to know our Australian subsidiary Seymour Whyte thanks to the VIE program!

Seymour Whyte is a leading Australian civil engineering company known for delivering complex and innovative projects that navigate challenging staging, engineering, environmental conditions, logistical constraints, and stakeholder impacts.

Its areas of expertise include roads and bridges, rail, tunnelling, and water & wastewater infrastructure — tackling both urban and regional challenges.

These are some of the projects you could join:

• Coomera Connector – Stage 1 South (QLD): Seymour Whyte is delivering a key section of this new north–south corridor to ease congestion and improve safety along the eastern M1.
• Youngs Crossing Road Upgrade (QLD): A flood-resilient upgrade in Moreton Bay to enhance safety and reduce weather-related disruptions.

We are looking for a Construction Project Engineer V.I.E. F/M who will be excited to work on one of these projects.

Does it feel like a project you would be ready to take on? Keep reading! 

What you can expect as a Construction Project Engineer @Seymour Whyte ?

As part of the Seymour Whyte teams, you will play a key role in supervising a specific worksite area while working closely with construction teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and more.  

Get ready to: 

• Manage schedules and coordinate subcontractors on your perimeter (conduct and administer overall job planning and programming); 
• Define and ensure the supply of material needs of your perimeter; 
• Monitor construction progress and ensure the smooth running of the work; 
• Participate in the financial management of the project; 
• Monitor daily costs of all time-dependent elements on the project and implications; 
• Undertake cost controlling and estimating as required. 
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and requirements related to Quality Assurance, Occupational Health and Safety, and Environment 
• The project you will join can differ based on your application time and your technical expertise.

What about you?

You’ll be a great fit if: 

• You’re looking for assignments that combine fieldwork and project management; 
• You’re fully committed to Health & Safety guidelines; 
• You have graduated with a master’s degree in civil engineering and/or construction and have a first working experience in construction;
• You can define yourself through strong interpersonal skills, open-mindedness, and curiosity; 
• You show an international mindset which will allow you to enjoy what Australia can offer to the fullest; 
• You speak fluent English;                          
• You have your driving license. 

Next steps? 

If you like what you’re reading and feel you could be up for the task, let’s meet! 

We’ll have a first quick phone encounter to ensure we are aligned on what you’re looking for and what we can offer, before exploring these elements further during a second Teams meeting. 

If we are still in step, it will time for you to meet HR and operational members from Seymour Whyte. 

Welcome aboard!