Senior Project Engineer

Core Talent; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Talent is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for large-scale LNG, CSG, and pipeline projects in the Surat Basin. This FIFO 19:9 role offers end-to-end involvement from mobilisation to completion, reporting to the Project Manager and leading planning, technical delivery, and on-site coordination.

You will bridge design and construction teams, ensure safe, on-time, and on-budget execution, oversee junior engineers and contractors, and maintain HSE compliance while supporting procurement and

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years in construction, civil, oil & gas or infra projects.
• HDPE, pipeline or gas/oil lease experience highly regarded.
• Strong communicator with proven project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering review & coordination across disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with specs, codes, and client requirements.
• Provide on-site technical support for EPC contractors.
• Assist project scheduling, track milestones, identify risks.
• Support procurement and material submittals.
• Maintain HSE compliance and mentor junior staff.
• Prepare reports, documentation, progress updates.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Field execution

Education

BEng in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical

Job description

Competetive Base Salary + Uplift + Super

I’m working closely with a tier contractor in the infrastructure and energy space seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer for large-scale LNG, CSG, and pipeline projects in the Surat Basin. This FIFO 19:9 role offers full involvement from mobilisation to completion, reporting to the Project Manager and leading planning, technical delivery, and on-site coordination.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Project Engineer, you’ll bridge design and construction teams, ensuring solutions are implemented safely, on time, and within budget. You’ll report to the Project Manager or Lead Engineer and oversee junior engineers and contractors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead engineering review & coordination across civil, mechanical, structural, piping, and electrical disciplines
• Ensure compliance with project specs, codes, and client requirements
• Provide on-site technical support for EPC contractors, resolving queries and reviewing as-built drawings
• Assist project scheduling, track milestones, and identify risks
• Support procurement and material submittals
• Maintain HSE compliance, participate in risk assessments, and mentor junior staff
• Prepare reports, documentation, and progress updates

About you:

• Degree qualified in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years’ experience in construction, civil, oil & gas, or infrastructure projects
• HDPE, pipeline, or gas/oil lease work experience highly regarded
• Strong communicator with proven technical, construction & project management skills
• Confident interpreting designs and ensuring accurate field execution
• Team player comfortable in a fast-paced FIFO environment

This is a high-impact FIFO opportunity with a contractor known for innovation, long-term industry partnerships, and proven solutions.