Construction Project Engineer

Forge Outdoors Pty Ltd; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Forge Outdoors Pty Ltd in NSW is seeking a Construction Project Engineer to lead on-site delivery, coordinating labour, plant and subcontractors to keep the program on track. You will report to the Head of Construction and work with site teams to deliver projects safely, on time and to budget.

This hands-on role moves between site priorities and project administration, resolving technical issues, managing RFIs, tracking costs and closing out ITPs ahead of hold points.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of on-site delivery experience in construction, civil or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and site delivery processes.
• Proficient in contract administration, cost control, scheduling and documentation.

Responsabilités

• Drive on-site delivery: coordinate labour, plant, subcontractors and materials to keep the program on track.
• Own the technical detail: manage RFIs, design queries and variations, ensure inspections and ITPs are completed.
• Manage subcontractors and contracts: prepare trade packages and subcontracts, monitor performance and payment schedules.
• Track cost and progress: monitor costs, productivity and forecasts against budget, flag variations and extensions of time.
• Champion safety and quality: support HSEQ compliance through site inspections and QA handover packages.

Connaissances

Experience in construction

Construction methodologies

Contract administration

Communication skills

Project tools (Procore/Contech)

Formation

Civil/Structural Engineering degree or diploma

Outils

Procore

Aconex

Hammertech

Description du poste

At FORGE, we forge connections between people, place and nature by creating the most sought-after outdoor structures in Australia. Founded in 1970, FORGE has unlocked the power of the outdoors across Australia for over five decades.

Our evolution has shaped us into an award-winning, design-driven engineering team collaborating with local governments, landscape architects, and visionary developers to enrich landscapes and unite communities nationwide. We are dedicated to unlocking the potential of nature by crafting inspiring and connected outdoor experiences.

About the Role

The Construction Project Engineer brings FORGE projects to life on the ground. Reporting to the Head of Construction, you’ll pick up each project at handover from our Pre-Construction team and work alongside the Project Manager and site teams to deliver it safely, on time, on budget and to the quality our clients expect.

This is a hands-on role that moving between site priorities and the project admin. One day you’ll be resolving a technical issue with the site crew. The next you’ll be managing RFIs, tracking costs or closing out ITPs ahead of a hold point. Every project is different, from pedestrian bridges and boardwalks to playspaces and shade structures. The finished result is a public space that communities will use and enjoy for years to come.

Responsibilities

• Drive on-site delivery: Support the Project and Site Managers to coordinate labour, plant, subcontractors and materials, and keep the program on track.
• Own the technical detail: Manage RFIs, design queries and variations, and make sure inspections, ITPs and hold points are completed and documented.
• Manage subcontractors and contracts: Prepare trade packages and subcontracts, monitor performance, and assess progress claims and payment schedules.
• Track cost and progress: Monitor costs, productivity and forecasts against budget, and flag variations and extensions of time early.
• Champion safety and quality: Support HSEQ compliance through site inspections, audits and reporting, and deliver a complete QA and handover package at practical completion.

• Degree or diploma in Civil or Structural Engineering, or a related discipline
• 5+ years’ experience within construction, civil or infrastructure onsite delivery projects
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, and site delivery processes
• Solid experience in contract administration, cost control, scheduling, reporting and documentation
• Confident using Procore, Aconex, Hammertech or similar platforms
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships on site, with clients and across the team
• A proactive problem-solver who stays organised when managing competing priorities
• Construction White Card (NSW) and a valid Australian Driver Licence

Why FORGE?

We’re Team 1st, and we’re all in to win. When things get tough, we have the tenacity to find a way. We bring solutions, not excuses. Quality isn’t just a goal for us, it’s a mindset. Join FORGE and you’ll be working as part of a genuinely collaborative crew, on projects that unlock the outdoors for communities right across Australia.

If you are thrive on complex challenges and collaborative success, we want to hear from you!