Senior Project Engineer – Airfield Upgrades Lead

Fulton Hogan Australia Pty Limited

Adelaide

On-site

AUD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Fulton Hogan Australia Pty Limited is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join the Cocos Keeling Islands airfield upgrade project, delivering earthworks, pavements, drainage, lighting and related infrastructure. You will report to the Construction Manager and lead major work packages with day-to-day site leadership, safety, quality and programme delivery.

The role suits civil construction professionals with remote-site experience, strong cost control, subcontractor management, and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and site delivery experience.
Intermediate experience in civil construction and project delivery.
Experience delivering civil packages on airfields, pavements or remote projects.
Demonstrated capability in cost control and subcontractor management.
Strong leadership, clear communication and safety commitment.
Ability to work effectively in a remote, fast-paced project.

Responsibilities

Manage complex work packages and contracts within approved scope and value.
Lead construction delivery for airfield upgrades (earthworks, pavements, drainage, lighting and infrastructure).
Prepare and maintain detailed construction programmes and staging plans with field operations.
Manage labour, plant, equipment, materials and subcontractors to achieve programme and budget outcomes.
Monitor progress, identify risks/delays and implement mitigation; control costs, forecasting, variations and reporting.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality and environmental systems (audits, reporting and close-outs).
Provide technical leadership across civil/pavement/asphalt/concrete works and support stakeholder relationships plus after-hours decision-making.