Project Engineer

Durack Civil; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Accommodation and travel arrangements

Job summary

Durack Civil is seeking an experienced Civil Project Engineer to join our delivery team. The role supports FIFO and DIDO operations across regional Queensland and Northern New South Wales, delivering road, bridge and transport infrastructure projects.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will plan, coordinate and deliver projects safely, on time and within budget, with ownership of your work and close collaboration with seasoned professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years' experience as a Project Engineer in civil construction.
• Current Driver Licence and Construction White Card.
• Strong understanding of civil construction methodologies and project delivery.
• Proven experience managing subcontractors, procurement and project costs.
• Ability to work independently in regional project environments.
• Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the successful delivery of civil construction projects from award through to completion.
• Coordinate project planning, programming and daily project activities.
• Manage procurement, subcontractors and supplier relationships.
• Monitor project costs, production and forecasting.
• Prepare monthly reporting, progress claims and project documentation.
• Implement and maintain project quality systems, ITPs and compliance requirements.
• Support site teams to achieve safety, quality and programme objectives.
• Mentor Site Engineers and Graduate Engineers.
• Assist with project methodology development and construction planning.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with client specifications and company systems.
• Support tendering and project handovers as required.

Skills

Civil engineering

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Procurement

Subcontractor mgmt

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of regional infrastructure projects, Durack Civil is seeking an experienced Civil Project Engineer to join our delivery team.

This role will primarily support FIFO and DIDO project operations across regional Queensland and Northern New South Wales, working on a range of road, bridge, flood restoration and civil infrastructure projects.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will play a key role in planning, coordinating and delivering projects safely, on time and within budget. This position offers a hands‑on project delivery environment where you'll have genuine ownership of your work and the opportunity to work closely with experienced industry professionals.

For engineers looking to accelerate their career, gain exposure to major regional projects and enjoy the variety that comes with FIFO work, this is an excellent opportunity.

What's in it for You

• FIFO/DIDO opportunities across a diverse range of civil infrastructure projects.
• Company vehicle provided.
• Project-specific uplifts and site allowances where applicable.
• Accommodation and travel arrangements provided for rostered project work.
• Exposure to significant road, bridge and transport infrastructure projects.
• A genuine opportunity to progress into Senior Project Engineer and Project Management roles.
• Work within a growing business where your contribution is recognised and valued.
• Supportive team culture with regular team events and development opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 4 years' experience working as a Project Engineer within the civil construction industry.
• Current Driver Licence and Construction White Card.
• Strong understanding of civil construction methodologies and project delivery.
• Proven experience managing subcontractors, procurement and project costs.
• Ability to work independently in regional project environments.
• Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.

Highly regarded:

• DTMR and/or RMS project experience.
• Experience delivering road, bridge, pavement, flood restoration or transport infrastructure projects.
• Previous FIFO, DIDO or remote project experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the successful delivery of civil construction projects from award through to completion.
• Coordinate project planning, programming and daily project activities.
• Manage procurement, subcontractors and supplier relationships.
• Monitor project costs, production and forecasting.
• Prepare monthly reporting, progress claims and project documentation.
• Implement and maintain project quality systems, ITPs and compliance requirements.
• Support site teams to achieve safety, quality and programme objectives.
• Mentor Site Engineers and Graduate Engineers.
• Assist with project methodology development and construction planning.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with client specifications and company systems.
• Support tendering and project handovers as required.

About Durack Civil

Durack Civil is a civil construction contractor delivering road, bridge, pavement, stabilisation, flood restoration and urban infrastructure projects throughout Queensland, New South Wales and the Northern Territory.

Our projects regularly take us into regional and remote locations, delivering critical infrastructure for state and local government clients. We pride ourselves on maintaining a practical, team‑focused culture where hard work is recognised, opportunities are earned and people are given the support to succeed.

At Durack Civil, we are committed to providing a fair and equitable recruitment process and fostering a workplace where our people can thrive, develop and build long‑term careers.