Digital Engineering Lead

New South Wales

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.

An 80-year group, COBRA promotes its own efficient business model, the result of the combination of decentralization, geographical diversification and technical specialization of more than 20,000 professionals in more than 43 countries. In this way, it offers a wide range of services throughout the value chain of projects, adapted to each sector and to the scope of the contract required by our clients, both public and private.

Cobra is divided into four main sectors of activity, Networks, Specialised installations, integrated projects and concession assets.

ACEREZ, a partnership of ACCIONA, COBRA and Endeavour Energy, has been appointed network operator by Energy Co to design, build, finance, operate and maintain the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) transmission network. The ACCIONA COBRA Joint Venture (ACJV), the design and construct (D&C) consortium, will design and build the Central-West Orana REZ transmission project.

The new transmission network infrastructure will deliver at least 4.5 gigawatts of new network capacity from 2028 to connect 7.7 gigawatts of wind and solar projects, which is enough to power more than 2 million homes each year.

With a commitment to driving positive change, contributing to the evolution of Australia’s green energy sector, this is your chance to be part of something groundbreaking!

As the Digital Engineering Lead, you will lead digital engineering efforts with a focus on Building Information Modelling (BIM) to drive the efficiency and quality of the CWO REZ project. This role involves implementing and managing BIM standards, ensuring model accuracy, and integrating digital solutions to enhance project performance.

• Implement and manage the Digital Engineering Management Plan (DEMP) and BIM Execution Plan to achieve project deliverables.
• Facilitate project-wide data federation, ensuring BIM model integrity, quality, and data extraction for project needs.
• Lead BIM quality assurance processes, hosting collaboration meetings and coordinating 4D and 5D BIM implementation.
• Provide training and support on BIM platforms to team members and stakeholders, ensuring effective engagement with the models.
• Monitor and document digital solution performance, capturing lessons learned to continuously improve BIM practices.

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building, or Architecture.
• Extensive experience with BIM and digital engineering technologies across the project lifecycle.
• Minimum 7+ years in the construction industry with hands‑on experience in BIM data management and model quality assurance.
• Construction Induction Training (White Card) and Rail Industry Worker (RIW) Card.
• Current Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you believe you bring the capabilities to succeed in this role, we’d love to hear from you. We look forward to continuing to build our supportive workplace together.

Please note:

This position is being delivered as part of a joint venture between two organisations. As such, your employment may be with either of the parent companies, and this will be confirmed during the recruitment process.

For more information on how your personal data is managed, please refer to the privacy statements of each parent company:

Grupo Cobra:

Acciona:
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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.