Senior Project Engineer – Buildings (FIFO) Darwin

BMD Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO opportunity

Immediate start

Job summary

BMD Group is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer (Buildings) to lead the delivery of a major building package on a landmark Darwin project. This FIFO role invites candidates nationwide to join a high-performing, collaborative team and drive programme, cost control and contract outcomes from start to finish.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will oversee subcontractor packages, coordinate design management, and mentor Project and Site Engineers while maintaining HSEQ standards and

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified civil engineer with proven delivery of building projects.
• Experience managing large subcontractor packages from start to finish.
• Strong understanding of contract administration, cost control and project delivery.
• Proven ability to lead teams and mentor engineers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strong HSEQ awareness and ensure compliance across all project activities
• Lead the delivery of a major buildings package within the Darwin Ship Lift Project
• Coordinate contract administration, including project management plans, insurances and contractual obligations
• Monitor construction programmes and drive project performance against key milestones
• Manage procurement activities and subcontractor engagement, negotiation and contract finalisation
• Prepare and review progress claims, forecasts and project reporting
• Identify and manage variations, EOTs and contractual risks
• Oversee cost control, budgeting and monthly financial reporting
• Coordinate pre-start meetings and ongoing project delivery meetings
• Work closely with clients, consultants and key stakeholders to achieve project outcomes
• Support design management activities and construction methodologies
• Lead, mentor and develop Project Engineers and Site Engineers
• Drive productivity, quality and commercial outcomes across the building package

Skills

Project coordination

Subcontractor management

Contract administration

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

BMD Group is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer (Buildings) to lead the delivery of a major building package on a landmark Darwin project. This FIFO role invites candidates nationwide to join a high-performing, collaborative team and drive programme, cost control and contract outcomes from start to finish.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will oversee subcontractor packages, coordinate design management, and mentor Project and Site Engineers while maintaining HSEQ standards and