Senior Project Engineer (FIFO)

Senior Project Engineer (FIFO)

Contract Type:

Full Time

Location:

Darwin - NT

Industry:

Construction & Building

Contact Name:

Paul Gay

Contact Email:

paulg@foundationrec.com.au

Contact Phone:

Paul Gay

Date Published:

11-May-2025

About the Company    
 
We have been retained exclusively to represent a leading multi-disciplinary construction company with extensive experience across major projects in both the private and government sectors. Recently identified  int the top 15 in 2024 Australian Defence Magazine Top 40 Defence Contractors list this principal contractor has secured multiple defence projects up to $700M+ providing a period of “ongoing” project opportunities that will see them project active for a considerable period.
 
About the Role    
We seek a competent and proven Senior Project  Engineer  who can demonstrate capability across varied  Building disciplines (Building) ideally  within government and defence sector delivery environment. To date, our client’s success has incorporated design and construct delivery models such as “Managing Contractor” engagements and we are seeking candidates who have comparable experience. 

The focus will see you responsible for the successful completion of the project technical requirements and within budget, time, WHS and quality requirements, including appropriate site supervision, administration and reporting. 

With a focus on managing critical project packages on major defence base upgrades, you will need to be able to demonstrate the following skillsets at a competent level with a Tier 1 or 2 principal contractor to be considered.
  • Monitor compliance with applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards and specifications.
  • Interact daily with the clients to interpret their needs and requirements and represent them in the field.
  • Perform overall quality control of the work (budget, schedule, plans, personnel’s performance) and report regularly on project status.
  • Assign responsibilities and mentor project team.
  • Cooperate and communicate effectively with the project manager and other project participants to provide assistance and technical support.
  • Review engineering deliverables and initiate appropriate corrective actions
To be successful in this role, you will need:
  • A degree qualified (Construction Management, Q.S, Civil Engineer or Diploma Qualified with experience across varied building packages
  • Min 5 years demonstratable experience in construction management with reputable local contractors working on construction projects ranging in value from $50M+
  • Be an Australian citizen and be eligible for defence security clearance. 
  • Advanced MS Office skills
  • Ability to work with multiple discipline projects. 
  • Project management and supervision skills
  • Decision-making ability and leadership skills
  • Time management and organization skill
   Benefits
  • Stability – solid workbook with significant government projects awarded.
  • Professional environment where processes, procedures and projects are comparable with the “top tier” sector, yet the workplace culture still retains “family company values.”
  • Very competitive remuneration package including 25% uplift
How to Apply  Those who are serious about a change and meet the requirements listed should reply promptly as we are ready to engage now!
If you can demonstrate the above requirements contact  Paul Gay  for a confidential discussion on 0415 379 586 or simply APPLY NOW by following the prompts.   

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