Project Engineer

Approach Consulting Pty; Canberra; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Approach Consulting Pty, on behalf of a well-established builder/developer in Canberra, is seeking a Project Engineer to join their team. The role spans pre-construction across two upcoming multi-residential projects before moving to delivery on site.

This position suits an experienced Site Engineer ready to step up or a Project Engineer seeking a strong pipeline of work and clear progression. You will coordinate with consultants, subcontractors, and design teams, ensuring quality, safety, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years Australian construction experience on new build commercial or multi-residential projects.
• Degree qualified in Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Strong understanding of pre-construction processes and documentation.
• Solid communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to transition confidently from pre-con into a site-based role.
• Experience with multi-residential or commercial builds highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Support the pre-construction process across two multi-residential projects, including design coordination, documentation review, and constructability input.
• Liaise with consultants, designers, and subcontractors during the pre-con phase.
• Put together trade packages and contracts as part of the procurement process.
• Assist with procurement, scheduling, and cost planning inputs.
• Contribute to value engineering and risk identification prior to construction.
• Transition with the projects onto site, supporting delivery through to completion.
• Coordinate with site teams, subcontractors, and consultants once on site.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and program requirements.

Skills

Construction experience

Pre-construction

Site transition

Communication

Education

Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction Management degree

Job description

Our client is a well-established builder developer with over 15 years' experience delivering multi-residential projects up to $150m+ in value. They pride themselves on strong pipeline management, ensuring genuine job security and continuity of work for their construction team. With a culture built on developing talent internally, they have a strong track record of promoting from within.

About the Role

We're looking for a Project Engineer to join the team, working across pre-construction on two upcoming multi-residential developments in Canberra, before transitioning to site as the projects move into delivery.

This role would suit an experienced Site Engineer ready to take the next step up, or an existing Project Engineer looking for a strong pipeline of work across pre-con and into construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the pre-construction process across two multi-residential projects, including design coordination, documentation review, and constructability input
• Liaise with consultants, designers, and subcontractors during the pre-con phase
• Put together trade packages and contracts as part of the procurement process
• Assist with procurement, scheduling, and cost planning inputs
• Contribute to value engineering and risk identification prior to construction
• Transition with the projects onto site, supporting delivery through to completion
• Coordinate with site teams, subcontractors, and consultants once on site
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and program requirements

About You

• Minimum 4 years' Australian construction experience on new build commercial or multi-residential projects (essential)
• Degree qualified in Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Strong understanding of pre-construction processes and documentation
• Solid communication and coordination skills
• Ability to transition confidently from pre-con into a site-based role
• Experience with multi-residential or commercial builds highly regarded

What's on Offer

• $150,000 - $180,000 + Super, based on experience
• Involvement across two upcoming multi-residential developments from pre-construction through to delivery
• Genuine job security through strong pipeline management
• Clear career progression pathway with a business that promotes from within
• Supportive team environment with genuine mentoring

If you're an experienced Site or Project Engineer looking for your next opportunity with an established and respected builder/developer in Canberra, we'd like to hear from you.