Project Engineer - Quality

Ertech; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Full-time position

Annual leave entitlements

Metro-based project – home each night

Career development opportunities

Benefits package including health

Job summary

Ertech in NSW is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to lead QA/QC across long-term construction projects and travel between Sydney-based sites.

You will manage quality assurance and control activities, ensure project requirements and standards are met, and work with project teams to embed a culture of quality and excellence on site. The role offers a full-time, on-site position with development and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in a Quality Engineer or similar role on construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of civil and electrical engineering scopes.
• Bachelor in Civil Engineering or similar (desirable) and relevant qualifications.
• Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance and Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Project Manager and client on QA/QC matters, while leading a team of Quality Engineers.
• Produce Quality Management Plans, Work Packs, Inspection & Test Plans, and Check Sheets for site work.
• Ensure QA/QC surveillance and documentation meet project requirements and standards.
• Coordinate non-conformance actions with client and project teams to mitigate recurrence.
• Provide in-house training to project team members on quality documentation and surveillance activities.
• Ensure contractor's and vendor's quality records are compiled progressively throughout the works.

Job description

Ertech is a proudly employee-owned Australian civil and electrical construction company, delivering high-quality services across the Transport, Infrastructure, Resources, and Defence sectors. We partner with clients in both the public and private sectors, including state and federal governments. Since our humble beginnings in 1981, we’ve built a strong reputation for the quality of our work and the long-term relationships we foster — all driven by our core values of collaboration, courage, and authenticity.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Project Engineer to join our team in NSW, taking the lead on QA/QC requirements across our long‑term construction projects. This role will involve travel between our Sydney‑based project sites.

As the Project Engineer, you will play a key role in managing quality assurance and quality control activities, ensuring project requirements and standards are met. You will work closely with project teams to maintain quality processes, drive continuous improvement and embed a strong culture of quality and excellence across our projects.

Other key responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Report to the Project Manager and client on all QA/QC matters, while managing and motivating a team of Quality Engineers
• Produce the Quality Management Plans and related Quality Management tools, including Work Packs, Inspection & Test Plans, and Check Sheets in readiness for site construction, installations and field inspections
• Ensure Project teams complete all required QA/QC surveillance and documentation to the applicable project requirements and standards
• Understand the non‑conformance process and liaise with the client and the project teams to develop corrective and preventative actions to mitigate reoccurrence.
• Provide in house training to Project team members on Quality documentation and surveillance activities.
• Ensure the Contractor's and vendor's quality records and MDR's are compiled in a progressive manner throughout the course of the works

To be successful, you will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in a Quality Engineer or similar role on construction projects.
• Strong technical knowledge surrounding Civil and Electrical Engineering scopes.
• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Bachelor in Civil Engineering or similar qualification (desirable).
• Ability to obtain a National Police Clearence.
• MUST hold relevant Australian working rights.

WHY JOIN ERTECH?

At Ertech, we’re committed to investing in our people and creating a workplace where you can thrive. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Competitive remuneration
• Metro‑based project – enjoy the benefit of being home every night
• Full‑time position offering stability and annual leave entitlements
• Supportive, team‑oriented culture where collaboration and respect are valued
• Play a key role in shaping the growth and success of our projects
• Career development and progression opportunities, annual performance development plans.
• Access to great benefits, including:
  • Discounted Private Health Insurance (HBF & Medibank)
  • Annual flu vaccinations
  • Novated leasing options through Paywise
  • Service recognition and milestone rewards
  • Employee Referral Program incentives
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.

OUR CULTURE

At Ertech, our people are fundamental to our success. We're focused on creating an inclusive workplace, with the right people in the right roles, who are engaged, empowered, and appropriately rewarded. Ertech will provide you with the chance to be a part of great team, meet new people and gain experience with an industry leader who puts safety first.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all people and actively encourage applications from First Nations peoples, all genders, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ community members, and veterans of the Australian Defence Force.

Ertech is a proud Veteran Employment supporter. We recognise the valuable skills and leadership that veterans bring to our industry and welcome their applications at all levels of the business. Even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply and bring your strengths to our team.