Project Engineer | Utilities | Tier 3 Civil Contractor

CGC Recruitment; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CGC Recruitment is seeking a Civil Project Engineer to join a Tier 3 civil contractor delivering pipeline and civil infrastructure projects across the Gold Coast and Brisbane.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will own the day-to-day Project Engineering on site, with some surveying duties and a path to Senior Project Engineer as you grow with the business.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years' post-graduate experience within the Australian civil construction industry.
• Experience with Tier 2 / Tier 3 Civil Contractor or specialist subcontractor.
• Proven background delivering self-performed civil construction works.
• Exposure to pipeline construction, ideally steel and/or HDPE pipelines across water, sewer or gas infrastructure.
• Understanding of day-to-day Project Engineering functions: QA, programming, subcontractor coordination and cost control.
• Some exposure to surveying or willingness to develop surveying capabilities.
• Proactive attitude with strong communication skills and ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day Project Engineering on site.
• Work closely with site teams to ensure on-time, safe project delivery.
• Incorporate surveying duties into project responsibilities.
• Collaborate with Project Manager and site delivery team to manage cost and coordination.

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Civil Project Engineer

Gold Coast / Brisbane | Tier 3 Civil Contractor | Permanent Opportunity

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated Civil Project Engineer to join a growing Tier 3 Civil Contractor with a proven reputation for delivering specialist steel and HDPE pipeline solutions across gas, sewer and water infrastructure, alongside a diverse portfolio of civil infrastructure projects.

Having recently secured two new subcontract packages across the Gold Coast and Brisbane, the business is looking to appoint a Project Engineer to support the successful delivery of these projects and contribute to its continued growth across South East Queensland.

Reporting directly to the Project Manager on site, you will take ownership of the day-to-day Project Engineering function, working closely with site teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme. Given the hands-on nature of the business, the role will also incorporate some surveying duties, offering exposure to a broader range of site-based engineering responsibilities.

The Opportunity

• Join a well-established Tier 3 Contractor with a strong reputation across pipeline and civil infrastructure.
• Work across two newly awarded subcontract packages between Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
• Take ownership of day-to-day Project Engineering responsibilities.
• Gain exposure to both engineering and surveying duties.
• Work closely with an experienced Project Manager and site delivery team.
• Enjoy a high degree of autonomy and responsibility from day one.
• Secure a long-term permanent position with genuine opportunities for career progression.

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally demonstrate:

• A Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• A minimum of 3 years' post-graduate experience within the Australian civil construction industry.
• Previous experience working for a Tier 2 / Tier 3 Civil Contractor or specialist subcontractor.
• A proven background delivering self-performed civil construction works.
• Exposure to pipeline construction, ideally steel and/or HDPE pipelines across water, sewer or gas infrastructure.
• An understanding of the day-to-day Project Engineering function, including quality assurance, programming, subcontractor coordination and cost control.
• Some exposure to surveying or a willingness to develop your surveying capabilities.
• A proactive attitude, strong communication skills and the ability to work autonomously.

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Project Engineer looking to take the next step in their career.

Unlike larger Tier 1 environments, this business offers its Engineers genuine ownership of projects, direct exposure to senior management and the opportunity to get involved across all aspects of project delivery.

For a driven Engineer with the right attitude, this role offers a clear pathway towards a Senior Project Engineer position, with the autonomy, responsibility and support to accelerate your professional development.