Senior Project Engineer - Commercial Construction Lead

Design & Build Recruitment; Canberra; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Significant Canberra projects

Career stability

Leadership progression

Competitive salary

Professional development

Job summary

Design & Build are recruiting on behalf of an established Tier 2 commercial builder to appoint a Senior Project Engineer to join Canberra's growing team.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will coordinate major construction activities, manage subcontractors, drive programmes, and ensure quality, safety, and commercial objectives are achieved across $30M+ projects. Strong communication and collaboration with clients and stakeholders are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
• Proven experience as a Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer within commercial construction.
• Experience delivering projects valued at $30M+.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage project delivery activities across all stages of construction.
• Develop and monitor project programmes, procurement schedules, and construction methodologies.
• Manage subcontractor performance, progress, and compliance.
• Drive quality assurance processes and ensure works are delivered to specification.
• Assist with cost control, forecasting, contract administration, and variation management.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and key project stakeholders.
• Mentor and support Project Engineers and Site Engineers within the project team.
• Ensure compliance with WHS, environmental, and legislative requirements.

Skills

Construction management

Project engineering

Stakeholder management

Program planning

Team mentoring

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

Design & Build are recruiting on behalf of an established Tier 2 commercial builder to appoint a Senior Project Engineer to join Canberra's growing team.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will coordinate major construction activities, manage subcontractors, drive programmes, and ensure quality, safety, and commercial objectives are achieved across $30M+ projects. Strong communication and collaboration with clients and stakeholders are essential.