Civil Project Engineer

JK Williams Contracting Pty Ltd; Penrith City Council; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Employee benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Training & development

Work-life balance

Job summary

JK Williams Contracting Pty Ltd in Penrith is seeking a Civil Project Coordinator to support planning, scheduling, and reporting. You will work with the Project Management team in-office from 7am–5pm, Monday to Friday, gaining hands-on experience across administration and project control.

Ideal candidates are pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor of Civil Engineering, with strong communication, planning, and coordination skills and a willingness to develop in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Civil Engineering (completed) or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid planning, organising, and problem-solving abilities, with ability to read plans.
• Working knowledge of OHS, Quality, and Environmental systems.
• Current Driver's Licence (Class C) and White Card.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager with planning, coordination, and delivery of civil projects.
• Assist with scheduling, budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, and month-end reporting.
• Maintain project documentation, registers, day diaries, and contract records.
• Coordinate with site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and stakeholders to support outcomes.
• Prepare variations, purchase orders, subcontractor agreements, invoices, and progress claims.
• Contribute to safety, quality, environmental, and compliance requirements.
• Provide general project and administrative support and participate in training.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Planning and organisation

Problem-solving ability

Reading and interpreting plans

OHS, Quality & Environmental knowledge

Driver's licence (Class C)

White Card (GCIC)

Education

Bachelor in Civil Engineering (completed)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

IFS software

Job description

Introduction:

About Us

For over 65 years, JK Williams has been more than a civil contractor — we’ve been builders of communities, forgers of lasting relationships, and dedicated to establishing a legacy of excellence across Australia’s east coast.

As a proud family-owned business, we know that our greatest asset isn’t the machinery we operate or the infrastructure we deliver — it’s our people. The dedication, expertise, and commitment of our team is what has made us a recognised leader in civil construction and infrastructure, known for innovation, quality, and integrity.

Our rich history hasn’t just shaped who we are — it’s positioned us for an exciting future. And we want the right people alongside us for the journey.

Description:

About the Role

Reporting to the Project Manager, you'll play a key role supporting the coordination, planning, and scheduling of daily project activities. This is a great opportunity for someone studying towards or who has recently completed a Bachelor of Civil Engineering (or related discipline) to build hands‑on experience across project management, administration, and reporting in a supportive, hands‑on team environment. Based at our Penrith office, working in-office (7am–5pm) Monday to Friday working alongside the Project Management team

What You'll Be Doing

• Support Project Manager(s) with the planning, coordination, and delivery of civil construction projects
• Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, and month‑end reporting
• Maintain project documentation, registers, day diaries, and contract administration records
• Coordinate with site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and relevant stakeholders to support project outcomes
• Prepare and process variations, purchase orders, subcontractor agreements, invoices, and progress claims
• Contribute to safety, quality, environmental, and compliance requirements, ensuring project documentation remains up to date
• Provide general project and administrative support across the business while participating in ongoing training and professional development

Skills and Experiences:

What You'll Bring

• Current Driver's Licence (Class C)
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Bachelor in Civil Engineering (completed)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Solid planning, organising, and problem‑solving ability, with confidence reading and interpreting plans
• Working knowledge of OHS, Quality, and Environmental systems
• Computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Excel and Project — experience with IFS software is a plus

Why JK’s?

We pride ourselves in employing the best experts to become a part of our highly skilled team. At JK Williams you will:

• Work with a team that’s recognised by TIME Magazine as one of Australia’s best employers for 2025!
• Be rewarded with a competitive salary package and employee benefits.
• Become part of a successful business that offers stability and values its people.
• Gain access to unique training experiences and a high‑performing work culture.
• Have access to enviable career advancement opportunities.
• Work life balance.
• Become part of a team that have each other’s backs, do the right thing, stand by their work and have fun!
• Work for a company where you’re not just a number — you’re part of a family that cares about your growth and well‑being.

JK Williams believes in diversity and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, including various socio-economic, cultural, LGBTIQ, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.