Project Engineer

Milspec Energy Solutions Pty Ltd; North Lakes; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MILSPEC Energy Solutions Pty Ltd in North Lakes, Brisbane, is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to deliver major electrical infrastructure projects across Australia, with site visits and travel as required.

You will support engineering, coordination and project delivery, may own smaller projects, and collaborate with project managers, site teams and clients to ensure on-time, safe delivery and quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Project Engineer experience within electrical, transmission, distribution, utilities, renewables or major infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and project delivery processes.
• Experience coordinating engineering and construction activities in live project environments.
• Sound commercial awareness including budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting and variations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Providing engineering support throughout full project lifecycle from tender through to close-out.
• Reviewing drawings, specs, scopes of work and technical documentation.
• Supporting development and management of programs, schedules and budgets.
• Coordinating engineering, procurement, construction and subcontractor activities.
• Monitoring progress, costs and key deliverables; preparing progress reports.
• Managing RFIs, technical queries and engineering interfaces.
• Coordinating with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Attending project sites to support construction activities and resolve issues.

Job description

Milspec Energy Solutions Pty Ltd – North Lakes QLD

MILSPEC Energy Solutions is a growing Australian contractor delivering specialist services across the transmission, distribution and electrical infrastructure sectors. Working with utility providers, renewable energy developers and major infrastructure clients, we deliver complex projects safely, efficiently and to the highest industry standards.

As our business continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our team, based full-time at our North Lakes office in Brisbane. You will play an integral role in supporting the successful delivery of major electrical infrastructure projects across Australia, with site visits and travel as required.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys being involved across both the technical and operational aspects of project delivery. Experience in Project Management or the capability to independently manage projects will be highly regarded, with genuine opportunity to take on broader project management responsibilities as the business continues to expand.

MILSPEC Energy Solutions is a growing Australian contractor delivering specialist services across the transmission, distribution and electrical infrastructure sectors. Working with utility providers, renewable energy developers and major infrastructure clients, we deliver complex projects safely, efficiently and to the highest industry standards.

As our business continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our team, based full-time at our North Lakes office in Brisbane. You will play an integral role in supporting the successful delivery of major electrical infrastructure projects across Australia, with site visits and travel as required.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys being involved across both the technical and operational aspects of project delivery. Experience in Project Management or the capability to independently manage projects will be highly regarded, with genuine opportunity to take on broader project management responsibilities as the business continues to expand.

About the Role

Reporting to Senior Leadership and working closely with Project Managers and site teams, you will provide engineering, coordination and project delivery support across MILSPEC's portfolio of transmission, distribution and electrical infrastructure projects.

Depending on your experience and capabilities, the role may also involve taking ownership of smaller projects or defined project packages from commencement through to successful completion.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing engineering support throughout the full project lifecycle, from tender handover and planning through to construction, commissioning and close-out.
• Reviewing project drawings, specifications, scopes of work and technical documentation.
• Supporting the development and management of project programs, schedules, budgets and resource requirements.
• Coordinating engineering, procurement, construction and subcontractor activities.
• Monitoring project progress, costs, productivity and key deliverables.
• Assisting with project forecasting, cost control, variations and commercial reporting.
• Preparing and reviewing technical documentation, work packs, methodologies, ITPs and project records.
• Managing RFIs, technical queries, design interfaces and engineering documentation.
• Coordinating with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and internal project teams.
• Supporting procurement activities, material tracking and supplier performance.
• Identifying technical, commercial and delivery risks and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Ensuring works are delivered in accordance with project specifications, contractual requirements, legislation and MILSPEC's management systems.
• Supporting quality assurance, testing, commissioning and project close-out activities.
• Providing regular project updates and reporting to Project Managers and Senior Leadership.
• Attending project sites as required to support construction activities and resolve technical or delivery issues.
• Where suitably experienced, independently managing smaller projects or project packages to ensure successful delivery.
• Supporting continuous improvement and the development of project delivery systems and processes across the business.

About You

You are a motivated, practical and commercially minded Project Engineer who enjoys being actively involved in project delivery, not just the technical engineering component.

You are confident coordinating multiple workstreams, solving problems and communicating effectively with clients, engineers, supervisors, subcontractors and senior leadership.

To be successful, you will ideally have:

• Demonstrated Project Engineer experience within electrical, transmission, distribution, utilities, renewables or major infrastructure projects.
• A strong understanding of construction methodologies and project delivery processes.
• Experience coordinating engineering and construction activities in live project environments.
• Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience reviewing drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Sound commercial awareness, including an understanding of project budgets, cost tracking, forecasting, procurement and variations.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Project Management experience will be a significant advantage.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have previously managed projects, smaller project packages or multidisciplinary workstreams, or who have the capability and ambition to progress into a Project Manager role.

Qualifications & Experience

The following are highly desirable:

• Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related engineering discipline.
• Previous experience within transmission, distribution, substations, HV electrical infrastructure or renewable energy projects.
• Experience working for an electrical or infrastructure contractor.
• Project Management qualifications or demonstrated project management experience.
• Knowledge of Australian Standards, relevant legislation and construction requirements.
• Current White Card.
• Current Australian Driver Licence.

Experience across transmission lines, substations, underground electrical infrastructure, HV construction or renewable energy projects will be particularly well regarded.

Why Join MILSPEC?

At MILSPEC, we're building a team of industry professionals who are passionate about delivering quality outcomes and shaping Australia's energy infrastructure.

When you join MILSPEC, you'll enjoy:

• Opportunity to work on major transmission, distribution and electrical infrastructure projects.
• Exposure to projects across Queensland and interstate.
• A diverse role combining technical engineering with hands-on project delivery.
• Genuine opportunities to progress into Project Management and broader project leadership roles.
• A supportive leadership team that values initiative, accountability and collaboration.
• A strong safety culture where people come first.
• A growing business with an exciting pipeline of work across Australia's energy sector.

Ready to Apply?

If you're an experienced Project Engineer looking for greater project ownership, or you're ready to take the next step towards Project Management while working on critical energy infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the MILSPEC Energy Solutions team.

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