Project Engineer

The BMD Group; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Niepe Constructions in Queensland is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our civil infrastructure team. You will play a key role in delivering reinforced concrete and structural packages, coordinating planning, procurement and on-site execution to ensure safe, efficient project outcomes.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, have proven project engineering experience in civil construction, and familiarity with FRP strengthening or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Proven experience as a Project Engineer within civil construction or infrastructure projects.
• Exposure to FRP systems, structural strengthening or specialist materials (highly regarded).
• Solid understanding of construction methodologies, QA/QC processes and project delivery requirements.
• Experience preparing and managing ITPs, SWMS and engineering documentation.
• Strong commercial awareness with exposure to cost control and forecasting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver structural and civil construction activities in line with project programs.
• Prepare, review and implement project documentation including ITPs, SWMS and methodologies.
• Provide technical engineering support across structures, including concrete, FRP strengthening and structural elements.
• Review drawings, specifications and design documentation, resolving technical queries and constructability issues.
• Monitor project progress, productivity, costs and quality performance against targets.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers and site interfaces to ensure efficient delivery of works.
• Support procurement activities, including scope development, package coordination and material tracking.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and quality standards across all activities.
• Conduct site inspections, quality checks and coordinate testing requirements in line with project specifications.
• Build strong working relationships with internal teams, designers and client representatives.

Skills

Project coordination

Structural engineering

FRP systems exposure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

About the role

We are seeking an experienced ProjectEngineer to join our growing Niepe team in QLD. In this role, you will play a key part in the delivery of civil infrastructure and structural packages, with a focus on reinforced concrete, advanced materials and specialist construction methodologies such as FRP (Fibre Reinforced Polymer) systems. You will work across planning, coordination and on-site execution to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality project outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver structural and civil construction activities in line with project programs
• Prepare, review and implement project documentation including ITPs, SWMS and methodologies
• Provide technical engineering support across structures, including concrete, FRP strengthening and structural elements
• Review drawings, specifications and design documentation, resolving technical queries and constructability issues
• Monitor project progress, productivity, costs and quality performance against targets
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers and site interfaces to ensure efficient delivery of works
• Support procurement activities, including scope development, package coordination and material tracking
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and quality standards across all activities
• Conduct site inspections, quality checks and coordinate testing requirements in line with project specifications
• Build strong working relationships with internal teams, designers and client representatives

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Proven experience as a Project Engineer within civil construction or infrastructure projects
• Strong background in structures, reinforced concrete or structural engineering works
• Exposure to FRP systems, structural strengthening or specialist materials (highly regarded)
• Solid understanding of construction methodologies, QA/QC processes and project delivery requirements
• Experience preparing and managing ITPs, SWMS and engineering documentation
• Strong commercial awareness with exposure to cost control and forecasting
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to problem-solve, prioritise and drive outcomes on site
• Ability to work across projects in South East Queensland

Diversity and inclusion

We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.

Learn more about Niepe Constructions and our projects:

https://niepe.com.au/