Overview
Senior Project Engineer – CGC Recruitment
Our client is leading an indigenous owned civil contracting business operating across sectors in Western Australia. They are seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead a $15M Defence Infrastructure Project – From Design to Execution. This role oversees complex civil works from design through on-site construction, initially based north of the river for planning and design, transitioning to a 2:1 FIFO roster for construction, managing trenching, drainage, earthworks, pipelines, and underground services installation.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate engineering activities during the design phase from our metro-based office
- Develop and manage project schedules, cost estimations, and risk assessments
- Oversee procurement, subcontractor management, and contract administration
- Manage site operations during the construction phase on a FIFO 2:1 roster
- Ensure adherence to quality, safety, and environmental standards
- Manage logistics, resources, and project deliverables to meet timelines and budgets
- Prepare technical reports, project updates, and stakeholder communications
- Liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure project success
About You / Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
- Minimum 4 years’ experience in civil infrastructure or construction
- Solid organisational and project management skills
- Proven experience with planning, scheduling, and programming
- Experience managing civil works such as trenching, pipelines, and underground services
- Strong background in procurement, subcontractor management, and contract administration
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities
- Familiar with Defence project requirements (desirable)
- Able to work from a metro office during design and on-site with FIFO 2:1 during construction
What’s On Offer
- Salary: $160,000 – $180,000 + Super + 35% Site uplift
- 2:1 FIFO roster for construction phase
- Full lifecycle involvement in a major $15M Defence infrastructure project
- Structured transition from office-based design to site-based construction
- A dynamic, supportive team culture that values growth and collaboration
- Opportunities for career progression
Apply now by sending your resume to (email protected) or to arrange a confidential discussion about the position.
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