Project Engineer/ Senior Project Engineer - Expression of Interest

Built; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Built is seeking a Project Engineer in Melbourne to lead the coordination of design and construction activities on mixed projects. You will deliver projects on time, within budget, and with strong stakeholder engagement.

You will work with senior teams to manage design documentation, procure trades, and track progress across on-site and off-site components. A tertiary qualification in Building/Construction Management or Civil Engineering is essential, with hands-on construction experience.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Building/Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
• Experience in building/construction roles precedents to Project Engineer.
• Ability to facilitate change and make decisions.
• Demonstrates ability to delegate, mentor and encourage the team to achieve its goals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost reports and manage project cost control.
• Design management and review against project budget.
• Management of subcontract conditions and procurement of trades.
• Assist in managing target programmes and issue programme reports.
• Identify and acquire project resources as required.
• Support senior team with risk, goals and opportunities.

Skills

Decision making

Team mentoring

Delegation

Education

Tertiary Qualifications in Building/Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

Why Built

At Built, we create an environment where people can accelerate their development, take on meaningful responsibility and work across diverse sectors and project scales.

You’ll get exposure quickly, supported by leaders who back good ideas andcreate space for you to grow.

In return, we look for people who bring curiosity, ownership and a willingness to stretch themselves. We value collaboration, practical problem‑solving, and people who thrive in a culture where everyone contributes to better outcomes.

We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, growth and life outside of work

• Formal and on-the-job learning opportunities that allow you to build your career.
• Paid Parental Leave policy – primary and secondary carers
• Wellbeing Leave Days – to rest and recharge
• Additional paid leave for every year of service (up to 5 extra days per year).
• Wellbeing programs designed and delivered by our in-house specialists.
• Free health checks, skin checks and flu vaccines for all our people.

The Opportunity

As the Project Engineer at Built you will manage, control, and deliver projects on and off site, within time, quality, cost parameters and stakeholder relationships.

You will perform overall technical coordination of the construction process, in conjunction with senior project management teams through the coordination and documentation of design and programme requirements

Here’s what a typical day might look like for you:

• Prepare applicable cost reports (with the CA)
• Design management and review of design against the project budget
• Managing subcontract conditions (as applicable) including responsibility for timely procurement of trades.
• Assist in managing and statusing the target programmes and issue programme reports to Senior Project Engineer or Project Manager (as required)
• Identify & acquire project resources (as required)
• Support Senior Project Engineer / Project Manager in determining project specific risks, goals, and opportunities

In this role you will provide a link between design, building services and sub-contractors to ensure project objectives are met.

What We Are Looking For

Your success here will be defined by the energy you bring to work every day. You’ll love what you do and have a “roll up your sleeves and get things done” approach. You won’t shy away from a challenge and will always own the problem, knowing you’ve got the full support of the team. Here are the essentials you’ll need for this role:

• Ability to facilitate change and make decisions
• Demonstrates ability to delegate, mentor and encourage the team to achieve its goals
• Tertiary Qualifications in Building/Construction Management or Civil Engineering
• Solid experience working within the building and construction industry in roles precedent to Project Engineer

Your ability to show initiative, adapt to changing situations and your innovative mindset will hold you in good stead.

About Built

Built is a leading privately owned construction company operating across Australia, NewZealand and the United Kingdom. With more than 1,300 people and a strong pipeline of diverse projects, we combine Tier 1 capability with the agility of private ownership, where decisions are quick, ideas are heard, and your impact is visible.

We are committed to innovation and new ways of working, investing heavily in digital solutions to deliver smarter, safer, and more efficient outcomes.

You will thrive among talented, driven people who bring their strengths together and push each other to achieve exceptional results.

Let’s find new ways together!

If you want to build differently, grow with purpose, and thrive in a team that’s shaping the future, this is your chance.

Where New Ideas Are Always Welcome

We’re building teams that reflect the communities we work in. At Built, we value different perspectives because fresh thinking helps us find better ways of doing things. If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t tick every single box, we’d still love to hear from you. Curiosity, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn matter just as much as your experience.

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