About the Opportunity
Parkes Shire Council is looking for a full‐time Project Engineer to join our team in Parkes, NSW. This role will provide technical and administrative support for Council's engineering activities and project delivery, including supervision of new and existing assets such as roads, bridges, drainage and other Council assets.
Responsibilities
* Provide engineering support and supervision for project planning, execution and delivery.
* Prepare, document, tender, evaluate, award and administer Council and TfNSW contracts, ensuring compliance.
* Prepare estimates, monitor costs against budgets and prioritise works.
* Implement and/or develop safe work procedures, quality checks and environmental checks for projects.
* Provide technical advice to Council staff, communicate with managers, staff and contractors, and recommend improvements to existing methods and techniques.
* Evaluate and hire contractors per Council policies and oversee contractor performance.
* Monitor project performance, prioritise tasks to meet milestones and support the Construction Manager.
* Undertake other duties as required.
Qualifications
* Degree in civil engineering (or equivalent).
* Proven experience in project management, preferably in civil construction, contracts management or a project management role.
* Demonstrated experience in preparing, tendering and administering contracts.
* Strong financial management skills.
* Knowledge of civil construction methods, materials and techniques.
* Knowledge of relevant engineering principles, regulations and industry best practice.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective interaction with internal and external stakeholders.
* Competence in project management and engineering software, including Microsoft 365.
* Current and maintained NSW Driver's Licence.
* SafeWork NSW Construction Induction (White Card).
Additional Qualifications and Experience
* Postgraduate qualifications in project management, engineering or a related field.
* Membership or eligibility for membership with Engineers Australia or a similar professional body.
* Previous experience in a civil construction management role in a local government context.
* Understanding of sustainable construction practices and environmental management principles.
* Experience managing complex contracts, including dispute resolution and contractor performance monitoring.
* Experience supervising or leading a team in a project environment.
* Experience conducting compliance audits for projects and ensuring adherence to specifications and regulations.
* Knowledge of TfNSW specifications and procedures, including pre‐qualification processes.
* Knowledge of the role and functions of local government.
Benefits
* Competitive salary circa $97,806 – $112,477 per annum (depending on skills and experience) plus super and salary packaging options.
* Grade 16 of Council's salary structure.
* Leaseback vehicle available.
* Fortnightly rostered day off (RDO).
* Four weeks of annual leave per year.
* Access to long service leave after five years.
* Access to salary packaging options through Salary Packaging Australia.
* Wellness programmes and health and wellbeing initiatives, including two health and wellness days off per year.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
* Paid parental leave options.
* Relocation assistance includes 40% reimbursement of removalist costs upon commencement and a further 40% reimbursement after 18 months of service.
* Relaxed regional lifestyle.
* Work‐life balance.
* And more.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Parkes Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that fosters diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences, as we believe in building an inclusive work environment that reflects the community we serve.
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