Project Engineer - Civil

UGL; Perth, Shire Of Narrogin; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

UGL Utilities in Australia is seeking an experienced Civil Project Engineer to join the team in Perth, with DIDO to Narrogin on a 2:1 roster. You will develop detailed project plans, interpret drawings, oversee on-site civil construction, and ensure safety, quality and project alignment.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil Engineering degree and eligibility for Engineers Australia membership, with a track record delivering civil infrastructure projects and strong communication skills for stakeholder

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Eligibility for Engineers Australia membership or equivalent.
• Proven experience delivering civil engineering works in infrastructure, utilities, or construction projects.
• Strong understanding of civil design principles, construction methodologies and relevant Australian standards.
• Commitment to health, safety, environmental and quality standards on project sites.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement detailed project plans, work schedules, and methodologies for civil works.
• Review and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contracts; provide engineering input for compliance with standards and client expectations.
• Oversee on-site civil construction activities, manage subcontractor performance and resolve site issues.
• Promote and enforce UGL’s HSE policies; conduct risk assessments and safety measures.
• Liaise with clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders; prepare progress reports and documentation.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Stakeholder communication

Health and safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

The UGL Utilities team designs, constructs and maintains critical infrastructure across the water and power sectors. Ranging from wastewater treatment plants to power stations. We design and construct the following assets; power generation, transmission lines, substations, electrical distribution networks, water and wastewater treatment plans and water pipelines.

Our Utilities team works hard and celebrates successes and efforts. If you are looking for a bright future and opportunity to grow your career, then join UGL – a great place to work!

The Opportunity

UGL Utilities team are currently looking for an experienced Civil Project Engineer to join the team in Perth. This role requires DIDO to the project site in Narrogin on a 2:1 roster.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement detailed project plans, work schedules, and methodologies for civil works, ensuring alignment with project timelines, budgets and scope.
• Review and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contracts; provide engineering input to ensure compliance with industry standards, UGL requirements, and client expectations.
• Oversee on-site civil construction activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the requires quality standards; manage subcontractor performance and resolve site issues as they arise.
• Promote and enforce UGL’s HSE policies and procedures across all civil project activities; ensure risk assessments and safety measures are effectively implemented.
• Liase with clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders to provide regular updates. Manage expectations, and address engineering or construction challenges; prepare and deliver progress reports and technical documentation.

About You

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline, with eligibility for membership with Engineers Australia (or equivalent).
• Proven experience delivering civil engineering works in infrastructure, utilities, or construction projects – ideally within a multi-disciplinary or contractor environment.
• Strong understanding of civil design principles, construction methodologies, and relevant Australian standards, with the ability to interpret drawings and technical documentation.
• Demonstrated commitment to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards, with experience implementing and maintaining compliance on project sites.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with internal teams, client and subcontractors to achieve project outcomes.

What Makes You Right For UGL

• Ability to provide a safe, supportive, and positive workplace.
• Empower a united and collaborative culture.
• Deliver technical excellence and create efficient, innovative solutions.
• Build an enviable reputation and the trust of employees, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Genuine concern for safety.

About Us

UGL is well-known and respected for providing end-to-end engineering, construction and maintenance services within, rai and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets. UGL partners with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises, and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies.

At UGL, we value diversity – in the backgrounds, ideas, work styles and perspectives of our team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.

UGL does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or recruitment agencies.

Discipline

Engineer - Civil

Primary Location

Australia-WA-Rivervale

Work Type

Full-time