Project Engineer

CGC Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CGC Recruitment in Australia is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join a large Class 2 residential building project in Sydney. This contract runs through to the end of 2026 with a strong view to extend and an ASAP start.

You will lead engineering and delivery activities, coordinate with the project team, subcontractors and consultants, and ensure drawings, specifications and QA processes are met to drive project completion.

Qualifications

• Experience on large-scale residential or Class 2 projects.
• Strong technical and construction knowledge.
• Experience coordinating consultants, subcontractors and design teams.
• Australian construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering and technical aspects of the project.
• Coordinate subcontractors, consultants and design teams.
• Review drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Manage RFIs, technical queries and design coordination.
• Assist with procurement and package management.
• Monitor progress against programme and project requirements.
• Ensure quality assurance and technical compliance.
• Maintain communication with stakeholders and project team.
• Support delivery through to project completion.
• Work with Site and Project Management teams to ensure delivery.

Skills

Project coordination

Residential construction

Stakeholder communication

Design coordination

Job description

Project Engineer – Large Class 2 Residential Project Contract through to end of 2026 | View to Extend | ASAP Start

We are currently seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join a large Class 2 residential building project in Sydney.

This is a great opportunity for a Project Engineer who has strong technical and delivery experience and wants to join an established project team to help drive the project through to completion.

The Opportunity

• Contract role through to the end of 2026, with a strong view to extend
• ASAP start
• Large-scale Class 2 residential project
• Join an experienced project team during an important stage of delivery
• Take ownership of key engineering and project delivery responsibilities
• Work closely with the Project Manager, Site Manager and broader construction team
• Opportunity for the right person to continue beyond the initial contract

Key Responsibilities

• Manage engineering and technical aspects of the project
• Coordinate subcontractors, consultants and design teams
• Review and manage drawings, specifications and technical documentation
• Manage RFIs, technical queries and design coordination
• Assist with procurement, subcontractor coordination and package management
• Monitor construction progress against programme and project requirements
• Manage quality assurance, inspections and technical compliance
• Assist with resolving construction and design issues
• Work closely with the Site and Project Management teams to ensure successful project delivery
• Maintain strong communication with consultants, subcontractors and project stakeholders

About You

We are looking for a Project Engineer with strong experience on large-scale residential or Class 2 projects.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience working on large residential / Class 2 projects
• Strong technical and construction knowledge
• Experience coordinating consultants, subcontractors and design teams
• Strong understanding of construction methodology, drawings and specifications
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A proactive approach with the ability to take ownership of your responsibilities
• Strong commercial and problem-solving skills
• Relevant Australian construction experience

Why Apply?

This is a great opportunity to join a major Class 2 residential project at a key stage of delivery and play an important role in helping the project team finish strongly.

The initial contract runs through to the end of 2026, with a genuine view to extend for the right person.

ASAP start – interviews happening now.

If you're an experienced Project Engineer looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd like to hear from you.