Project Engineer

Civil Mining & Construction; Nimbin; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided (If not local)

Laptop and Mobile

Project Allowances

DI/DO 5 and 2 Roster

Job summary

CMC, a Queensland based civil contractor, is recruiting a Project Engineer for Landslip Remediation in Lismore. You will oversee QA systems, manage ITPs, and coordinate with site teams to ensure compliant, high-quality delivery.

The role requires a Civil Engineer degree, experience with CivilPro, and strong documentation discipline. NSW specs familiarity is desirable; accommodation and a roster are offered.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified Civil Engineer with experience in Quality Assurance, PQR/ CQR, Project Engineering or a similar civil construction role.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and managing Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and quality documentation.
• Proficient in CivilPro and document control systems.
• Experience completing red pen mark-ups, as-built records and compiling project handover packages.
• Strong understanding of QA systems, compliance requirements and the importance of Quality KPIs in project delivery.
• High attention to detail with excellent record-keeping and organisational skills.
• Confident communicator with the ability to liaise effectively with site teams, subcontractors and clients.
• Familiarity with NSW specifications is desirable but not essential.
• Understanding of HSEQ management systems, compliance and reporting procedures

Responsibilities

• Manage project quality systems, including inspections, checklists, quality documentation and record keeping.
• Prepare, implement and maintain Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) to ensure compliance with project specifications and client requirements.
• Administer quality documentation through CivilPro, ensuring accurate and timely records are maintained.
• Complete and review red pen mark-ups, as-built records and other construction quality documentation.
• Compile, review and submit project handover packages in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Monitor and report on Quality Assurance KPI's, identifying trends and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct quality inspections and verify works comply with approved drawings, specifications, standards and ITP requirements.
• Liaise with site teams, subcontractors and client representatives to ensure quality objectives are achieved.

Job description

About CMC.

CMC is 100% privately owned, Australian Tier 2 civil contractor based in Queensland, specialising in civil and mining infrastructure. We provide expert design and construction services across various sectors, including roads, bridges, renewable energy, resources, flood recovery, mining, water, and waste management. With a strong focus on our people and culture, we are proud of our 21-year legacy delivering multi-million-dollar civil works across Queensland and NSW.

About the role

CMC is currently recruiting for a Project Engineer to play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of our major Landslip Remediation project for the city of Lismore. The work involves the extraction of landslide debris, the installation of micro-piles, and the construction of retaining walls to stabilise the slopes.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage project quality systems, including inspections, checklists, quality documentation and record keeping.
• Prepare, implement and maintain Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) to ensure compliance with project specifications and client requirements.
• Administer quality documentation through CivilPro, ensuring accurate and timely records are maintained.
• Complete and review red pen mark-ups, as-built records and other construction quality documentation.
• Compile, review and submit project handover packages in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Monitor and report on Quality Assurance KPI's, identifying trends and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct quality inspections and verify works comply with approved drawings, specifications, standards and ITP requirements.
• Liaise with site teams, subcontractors and client representatives to ensure quality objectives are achieved.

About you

• Degree qualified Civil Engineer with experience in Quality Assurance, PQR/ CQR, Project Engineering or a similar civil construction role.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and managing Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and quality documentation.
• Proficient in CivilPro and document control systems.
• Experience completing red pen mark-ups, as-built records and compiling project handover packages.
• Strong understanding of QA systems, compliance requirements and the importance of Quality KPIs in project delivery.
• High attention to detail with excellent record-keeping and organisational skills.
• Confident communicator with the ability to liaise effectively with site teams, subcontractors and clients.
• Familiarity with NSW specifications is desirable but not essential.
• Understanding of HSEQ management systems, compliance and reporting procedures

What we’re offering

• DI/DO 5 and 2 Roster
• Project Allowances
• Accommodation provided (If not local)
• Laptop and Mobile

At CMC, we’re about building careers. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and believe it makes us stronger. We warmly welcome people from all walks of life, backgrounds, and identities to apply and join us in building an inclusive and supportive workplace.

Please note you will need to be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident, or have a current valid visa allowing you the right to work in Australia to be considered for this position.

Strictly no agency emails or calls please

CV's and/or introductions will not be accepted or acknowledged for this role. Thank you for respecting our internal recruitment process. Our preferred suppliers will be contacted directly if necessary.