Charles Sturt University (CSU) today announced Joss Construction as head builder of its new School of Engineering.

The $13 million project will redevelop existing buildings at CSU in Bathurst into a modern, practical facility for innovative learning and teaching in the engineering and business sectors.

Foundation Professor of Engineering Professor Euan Lindsay said the uniqueness of the facility and course delivery will combine to produce graduates who will have a competitive edge in the corporate world.

"We're aiming to produce highly-skilled, entrepreneurial engineers who are equipped to step straight into industry or start their own businesses – we want to produce engineers who can change the world," Professor Lindsay said.

The design will incorporate the latest technologies, encourage teamwork and provide facilities for students to showcase construction creativity in project spaces, workshops and a gallery. There will also be a 'pitch zone' for students to hone their entrepreneurial skills.

Work on the site commenced this week and will be completed by the end of December 2015.

Joss Construction is one of regional Australia's premium building contractors and has helped deliver a number of CSU projects, including the $13 million Community Health and Wellness Clinic at CSU Bathurst and the $45 million National Life Science Hub at CSU Wagga Wagga.

"We are proud to partner with Charles Sturt University again and look forward to delivering a state-of-the-art, modern facility that caters to the learning and teaching needs of the next generation of engineering graduates," Joss Construction General Manager Mr Martin Reid said.CSU will offer a

from 2016. The course is a unique mix of undergraduate and postgraduate study with industry experience.