Project Engineer — Water & Wastewater Utilities

SRG Global; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package commensuate

Novated leases

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative and inclusive work env

Job summary

SRG Global seeks an experienced Project Engineer to join our Utilities division in Queensland, delivering water and wastewater infrastructure across regional South East Queensland. You will focus on safety, quality and schedule with a high-performing team.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil/Mechanical Engineering degree (or Construction Management) and 4+ years in project management for civil/utilities/water projects, with strong communication and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or Construction Management.
• 4+ years Project Management experience in the Construction Industry (Civil, Utilities and Water Infrastructure projects highly desirable).
• Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with people at all levels, and other stakeholders as required.
• Ability to adapt and react to change, and to plan accordingly.
• Sound skills in using Microsoft Office software and other relevant computer applications.
• Pass a pre-employment medical and D&A.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cost-effective construction methodologies and identify improvement areas.
• Track project finances, review costs vs. budget, and highlight margin impacts.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and teams to resolve technical, commercial, and scheduling issues.
• Understand project scope and identify contractual risks and opportunities.
• Prepare variations, claims, and subcontract agreements.
• Plan procurement activities, organise labour and equipment for supervisors.
• Ensure materials and services meet QA requirements.
• Develop ITPs/ITCs, monitor quality plans, and ensure compliance.
• Assess risks, implement hazard controls, and support incident investigations.
• Promote a strong safety culture through pre-starts and toolbox talks.
• Review CEMP and environmental procedures before work begins.
• Maintain QA documentation, manage project closeout, and finalize defect claims.

Skills

Communication

Liaison

Adaptability

Cost tracking

Education

Civil/Mechanical Eng or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SRG Global seeks an experienced Project Engineer to join our Utilities division in Queensland, delivering water and wastewater infrastructure across regional South East Queensland. You will focus on safety, quality and schedule with a high-performing team.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil/Mechanical Engineering degree (or Construction Management) and 4+ years in project management for civil/utilities/water projects, with strong communication and MS Office skills.