Defense Infra Project Engineer — Lead Subcontractors

Laing O'Rourke; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Project Engineer to join our AUKUS team in Osborne, South Australia, delivering critical defence infrastructure programs. You will lead subcontractor performance, develop delivery strategies, monitor progress and forecast project outcomes while collaborating with clients, consultants and key stakeholders.

The role requires a minimum of five years of construction/engineering project experience and the ability to obtain Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' construction/engineering project experience.
• Experience managing subcontractors and providing technical direction.
• Ability to obtain Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level.

Responsibilities

• Lead subcontractor and supply chain performance, coordinating interfaces and ensuring efficient delivery of construction activities.
• Develop construction methodologies, delivery strategies and short- to mid-term programmes to optimise productivity and project outcomes.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, risks and opportunities, providing accurate forecasting and reporting to project leadership.
• Lead and support site engineering teams while building strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and key stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Job description

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Project Engineer to join our AUKUS team in Osborne, South Australia, delivering critical defence infrastructure programs. You will lead subcontractor performance, develop delivery strategies, monitor progress and forecast project outcomes while collaborating with clients, consultants and key stakeholders.

The role requires a minimum of five years of construction/engineering project experience and the ability to obtain Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1