Job Title: Civil Project Engineer
Location: Canberra
Reporting To: Project Manager
Employment Type: Permanent

Role Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Civil Project Engineer to join our team and support the successful delivery of large-scale civil infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for overseeing on-site engineering activities, ensuring construction is carried out in line with design specifications, safety standards, and project timelines. The successful candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, a detail-oriented mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage on-site engineering works, ensuring compliance with design specifications, project scope, and timelines.

• Interpret and review construction drawings, blueprints, scopes of work, and specifications to provide accurate technical support.

• Conduct site surveys and assessments to collect data and proactively identify risks or issues.

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, architects, and contractors to ensure smooth project execution, covering WHSE, ITPs, quality assurance, and cost tracking.

• Ensure all site activities adhere to safety regulations, industry standards, and relevant legislation.

• Monitor construction progress and proactively address issues or delays in coordination with site supervisors and project managers.

• Carry out quality control inspections to ensure that construction work aligns with specified standards and expectations.

• Maintain up-to-date and accurate project documentation including reports, logs, and records using construction project management systems.

• Provide on-site instruction and support to construction workers and subcontractors.

• Perform additional duties within your area of expertise as required to support project and organisational success.

Qualifications and Experience

• Tertiary qualification or certification in Civil Engineering, Site Engineering, or Construction Management.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in large-scale civil infrastructure projects.

• Solid understanding of engineering principles and construction methodologies.

• Strong knowledge of WHSE, ITPs, and quality management systems.

• Experience with construction project management software.

• First Aid and CPR certification (preferred).

Stakeholder Engagement

• Internal: Collaborate with all internal departments and project teams.

• External: Liaise with subcontractors, clients, and suppliers to ensure alignment and delivery of project objectives.