Project Engineer

BMD Group; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

BMD is delivering a major Sunshine Coast infrastructure project, seeking an experienced Project Engineer with a civil background to oversee earthworks, services or logistics packages.

The role starts in Brisbane during planning, moving to a Sunshine Coast site around April/May 2027; you should be based in Brisbane or Sunshine Coast or willing to relocate. Degree in Civil Engineering and contractor experience are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Experience as a Project Engineer within civil construction or infrastructure.
• Experience with principal contractor and earthworks/logistics management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee construction activities across earthworks, services or logistics packages.
• Monitor construction programs, productivity and project milestones.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers, including procurement and contract administration.
• Support project budgets, forecasts, cost control and commercial performance.
• Identify and manage project risks, variations and contractual obligations.
• Coordinate work packs, methodologies, ITPs and project documentation.
• Support design coordination and resolve construction-related issues.
• Manage construction interfaces and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.
• Ensure compliance with HSEQ requirements and project specifications.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

BMD is Australia's leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business, with foundations built on the family values that underpin our unique, collaborative approach.

Driven by a purpose of powering futures and creating enduring legacies, BMD delivers infrastructure solutions that connect and transform communities. With a proud history beginning in 1979, BMD employs 2,400 people across Australia, the Philippines and the United Kingdom.

About BMD

BMD is Australia's leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business, with foundations built on the family values that underpin our unique, collaborative approach.

Driven by a purpose of powering futures and creating enduring legacies, BMD delivers infrastructure solutions that connect and transform communities. With a proud history beginning in 1979, BMD employs 2,400 people across Australia, the Philippines and the United Kingdom.

About The Role

As part of our growing infrastructure portfolio, BMD is delivering a major infrastructure project on the Sunshine Coast. To support project delivery, we are seeking an experienced Project Engineer with a background in earthworks, services or construction logistics.

Initially based in BMD's Brisbane project office during the planning and mobilisation phase, this role will transition to a Sunshine Coast site-based position around April/May 2027 as construction progresses. Applicants should be based in Brisbane or the Sunshine Coast or be willing to relocate.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee construction activities across earthworks, services or logistics packages
• Monitor construction programs, productivity and project milestones
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers, including procurement and contract administration
• Support project budgets, forecasts, cost control and commercial performance
• Identify and manage project risks, variations and contractual obligations
• Coordinate work packs, methodologies, ITPs and project documentation
• Support design coordination and resolve construction-related issues
• Manage construction interfaces and maintain effective stakeholder relationships
• Ensure compliance with HSEQ requirements and project specifications

About You

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience as a Project Engineer within civil construction or infrastructure
• Experience working for a principal contractor
• Experience in bulk earthworks, underground services/utilities or construction logistics
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, planning and project controls
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers and site-based teams
• Sound knowledge of contract administration and cost control
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to safety, quality and environmental outcomes
• Willingness to transition to a Sunshine Coast site-based role around April/May 2027

Why BMD?

• Opportunity to deliver a major Sunshine Coast infrastructure project
• Be involved from early planning and mobilisation through to construction
• Strong pipeline of future work and career development opportunities
• Family-oriented culture that values its people
• Supportive and collaborative project environment

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.

So, join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create legacies.

We're a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven. For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to www.bmdgroup.global/careers.