Project Engineer - Planning

Fulton Hogan; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton Hogan Ltd. is seeking a Project Engineer - Planning in Brisbane. The role supports the CKI Airfield Upgrade Project, focusing on developing and maintaining project programmes and applying Primavera P6 under guidance.

You will work with the Planning and Logistics Manager to drive schedule discipline and reporting for a major infrastructure initiative. The ideal candidate is engineering–or construction-background with a keenness to grow in project controls, planning and delivery on site in

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development and maintenance of project programmes and support planning activities for infrastructure works on the project.
• Learn and apply Primavera P6 for programme development, updates and reporting.
• Monitor project progress against programme milestones and planned activities.
• Support reporting requirements and helping communicate programme status to key stakeholders.
• Identify planning risks, constraints and opportunities under the guidance of senior team members.
• Collaborate with the Planning and Logistics Manager to build strong planning discipline across the project.

Skills

Engineering background

Project coordination

Communication

Detail-oriented

Organised

Team collaboration

Planning

Education

Degree in Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Project Engineer - Planning*We use information collected through cookies and similar technologies to analyse how you use our site and to better improve your experience. For further details, please read our privacy statements.* *Privacy Policy – Australia* *|* *Privacy Policy – New Zealand*### Project Engineer - PlanningApply: Hazelmere: Brisbane: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: December 11, 2026 (29 days left to apply): R27539Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of opportunities, taking responsibility, and making it happen. We appreciate our peoples’ courage, curiosity and unique perspectives, and look to collaborate as much as possible to explore safer, smarter and more efficient ways of working in this rapidly changing world. We don’t stand still – there are always opportunities to do more and do better. **What’s on offer?** **Project Overview:** Cocos & Keeling Islands (CKI) Airfield Upgrade ProjectSituated on the CKI Islands, rich in history and culture, the project will see the upgrading of the airfield runway and taxiways. The CKI Islands were incorporated into Australia in 1984 and are situated in the Indian Ocean, approximately 900km from Christmas Island. Known internationally for their unique wildlife habitat and remote tropical beauty. This project is crucial for local infrastructure and offers a chance to make a meaningful impact, and work on a once in a career project. Fulton Hogan is seeking a motivated Project Planner to join the team supporting our Cocos (Keeling) Island Project. This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer or early-career professional with an interest in project planning who is keen to build or strengthen their skills in Primavera P6 while working on a unique infrastructure project. Based in Perth, this role will support the planning and delivery of works associated with our airport project on the Cocos (Keeling) Islands. You’ll work closely with, and be mentored by, the Planning and Logistics Manager, gaining hands-on exposure to project controls, programme development and construction planning in a live project environment. **About the role** This role is ideally suited to someone who has an engineering background and wants to develop a long-term career in planning, project controls and construction delivery. You will assist with programme development, progress tracking and planning coordination, while learning how planning supports successful delivery across complex infrastructure works. You’ll be part of a collaborative team environment where you will receive support, mentoring and practical development in the use of Primavera P6, planning processes and project reporting. This is a genuine growth role for someone who is keen to learn, contribute and build a career in planning. **What you’ll do?** * Assist with the development and maintenance of project programmes and support planning activities for infrastructure works on the project.* Learn and apply Primavera P6 for programme development, updates and reporting.* Monitor project progress against programme milestones and planned activities.* Support reporting requirements and helping communicate programme status to key stakeholders.* Identify planning risks, constraints and opportunities under the guidance of senior team members.* Collaborate with the Planning and Logistics Manager to build strong planning discipline across the project.**How you’ll connect to the role?** * Degree qualified in Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.* Interested in developing a career in Planning or Project Controls within construction, infrastructure, surfacing or airport works project delivery.* Keen to learn Primavera P6 or expanding skills and experience.* Organised, detail-focused and confident working with information and deadlines.* A strong communicator who enjoys working with people across project teams.* Proactive, positive and ready to learn in a fast-paced environment.**Our people share the same set of values that keep us REAL.** Respect, Energy and Effort, Attitude and Leadership encapsulate what we stand for at Fulton Hogan and encourage us to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where we listen to, care for, celebrate, and respect everyone. We are committed to reconciliation and building and nurturing respectful relationships with First Nations peoples. Through our First Nations Engagement Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), we aim to promote opportunities, cultural understanding and partnerships that celebrate and acknowledge the contributions of Indigenous communities. If our values resonate with you, please submit an application for the position. If you’re not sure that you meet 100% of the selection criteria, that’s okay, we would still like to hear from you and potentially discuss how your skills could be utilised at Fulton Hogan. *For over 90 years, Fulton Hogan has been delivering high-quality infrastructure to improve the lives of people every day. Our 10,000+ team works in every kind of weather and environment, creating, connecting, and caring for communities across Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific.*