Project Engineer - FIFO

Exact Contracting Pty Ltd; Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Exact Contracting is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to work on civil, road construction, water infrastructure and agricultural projects in remote New South Wales, South Australia and Northern Territory. You will operate on a 14 on / 7 off site-based roster in hot, dry, dusty remote locations.

Established in 1992, the company employs over 500 people nationwide and is known for delivering projects on time, safely and to a high standard.

Qualifications

• Experience with civil, bulk earthwork, water infrastructure and/or road construction projects.
• Commitment to quality, safety and environmental measures.
• Ability to communicate and liaise with employees, clients, suppliers and sub-contractors.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Day to day resourcing of the project.
• Overseeing request for information submissions.
• Contract administration.
• Producing financial and monthly reports.
• Managing subcontractors.
• Quality assurance.

Skills

Problem solving

Documentation

Organisational skills

Communication

Hands-on approach

Education

Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering

Job description

Provide support with resourcing, quality assurance, subcontractor management and contract administration on remote mining & civil earthworks projects.

07th August, 2026

Join the Exact Contracting team as an experienced Project Engineer and work on civil, road construction, water infrastructure and agricultural projects in remote New South Wales, South Australia and Northern Territory.

The successful candidate will be expected to work on a 14 and 7 site-based roster, in remote locations that can often be hot, dry, and dusty.

Our Company

Established in 1992, we have a reputable history in the civil, mining, and agricultural industries, built from delivering quality results for our clients.

Today, we employ over 500 people nationally and are regarded for the ability to deliver projects on time, safely and to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Day to day resourcing of the project.
• Overseeing request for information submissions.
• Contract administration.
• Producing financial and monthly reports.
• Managing subcontractors; and
• Quality assurance.

Candidate Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience with civil, bulk earthwork, water infrastructure and/or road construction projects.
• A commitment to quality, safety, and environmental measures.
• Ability to communicate and liaise with employees, clients, suppliers, and sub-contractors.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• A methodical approach to work, with meticulous documentation and organisational skills; and
• A hands-on approach.

Pre-Employment

All candidates will be required to pass a National Police Clearance, pre-employment medical, and drug and alcohol screening.

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Exact Contracting is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.