Senior Project Engineer

Roadform Services Pty Ltd; Perth; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Roadform is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead civil construction projects in Western Australia. You will oversee planning, programming, cost control and reporting, while managing subcontractors and on-site teams to meet safety, quality and budget targets.

Reporting to the Department Manager, this FIFO role (2:1 roster) combines site delivery with Perth office coordination, aiming to drive productivity and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer role within civil construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction planning, programming, cost control and project reporting.
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers, site teams and competing project priorities.
• Sound understanding of quality assurance, inspection and test plans, technical specifications and construction documentation.
• Strong commercial awareness, including variations, progress claims, forecasting and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Leading the engineering and technical aspects of project delivery from planning through to completion.
• Developing and managing project schedules, look-ahead programs, construction methodologies and work packs.
• Coordinating site activities, subcontractors, suppliers, labour and equipment to achieve project milestones.
• Managing project costs, budgets, forecasting, variations and commercial reporting.
• Preparing and reviewing technical documentation, including ITPs, quality records, work procedures and project specifications.
• Ensuring compliance with project drawings, design requirements, relevant Australian Standards and contractual obligations.
• Driving quality assurance, inspections, testing, defect management and project close-out activities.
• Identifying and managing project risks, technical issues and opportunities for improved productivity.
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring environmental and workplace health and safety requirements are met.

Skills

Project leadership

Scheduling

Cost control

Budgeting

Subcontractor management

Quality assurance

Communication

Safety

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Roadform is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Project Engineer to join our team and play a key role in the successful delivery of our civil construction projects.

This is an opportunity for a driven engineering professional who combines strong technical capability with commercial awareness, practical problem-solving skills and the ability to lead project teams in a fast-paced construction environment.

At Roadform, we understand that successful projects are built on strong relationships, quality workmanship and a commitment to delivering on our promises. We’re looking for someone who shares these values and is ready to make a meaningful contribution to our business.

About the role

Reporting to the Department Manager, you will take a leading role in the planning, coordination and delivery of civil construction projects, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, to specification and within budget. This is a FIFO role with flexibility - your construction team's roster is 2:1 and you will self manage your time between working on site and in the Perth based office to meet the requirements of your role.

Key responsibilities

Leading the engineering and technical aspects of project delivery from planning through to completion.

Developing and managing project schedules, look-ahead programs, construction methodologies and work packs.

Coordinating site activities, subcontractors, suppliers, labour and equipment to achieve project milestones.

Managing project costs, budgets, forecasting, variations and commercial reporting.

Preparing and reviewing technical documentation, including ITPs, quality records, work procedures and project specifications.

Ensuring compliance with project drawings, design requirements, relevant Australian Standards and contractual obligations.

Driving quality assurance, inspections, testing, defect management and project close-out activities.

Identifying and managing project risks, technical issues and opportunities for improved productivity.

Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.

Promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring environmental and workplace health and safety requirements are met.

About you

A degree in Civil Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline.

Demonstrated experience in a Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer role within civil construction.

Strong knowledge of construction planning, programming, cost control and project reporting.

Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers, site teams and competing project priorities.

A sound understanding of quality assurance, inspection and test plans, technical specifications and construction documentation.

Strong commercial awareness, including variations, progress claims, forecasting and cost management.

Excellent communication, leadership, organisation and problem-solving skills.

A proactive approach to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

The ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.

Experience on Mainroads WA road construction projects is preferred.

About us

At Roadform, we understand that successful projects are built on strong relationships, quality workmanship and a commitment to delivering on our promises. We want our people to take pride in the work they deliver and have the opportunity to make a real difference.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a project engineer?
• How many years of Road Construction experience do you have?
• Do you hold a Construction Induction Safety certificate (White Card)?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?