Senior Project Engineer - Commercial Construction Leader

Foundation Recruitment & Contracting Australia; Perth, Darwin; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Foundation Recruitment is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join a growing commercial construction business in Perth or Darwin. You will work with the Project Manager and team to deliver high-value projects, ensuring quality and timely outcomes.

The role requires several years in commercial construction, strong documentation skills, and the ability to manage consultants, subcontractors and procurement. A related degree is essential.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience as a Project Engineer in commercial construction.
• Experience delivering medium to large-scale construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies and project processes.
• Understanding of contracts, procurement and project commercial management.
• Excellent documentation and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with site and project teams.
• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery from mobilisation through to completion.
• Manage project documentation, programming and controls.
• Coordinate consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist with procurement and subcontractor management.
• Manage variations, RFIs, EOTs and project correspondence.
• Monitor project costs, quality, programme and compliance.
• Review technical documentation and resolve construction issues.
• Work with site teams to meet milestones.
• Build relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders.
• Support the Project Manager with overall delivery and commercial outcomes.

Skills

Commercial construction

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Documentation & controls

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Procurement systems

Job description

Foundation Recruitment is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join a growing commercial construction business in Perth or Darwin. You will work with the Project Manager and team to deliver high-value projects, ensuring quality and timely outcomes.

The role requires several years in commercial construction, strong documentation skills, and the ability to manage consultants, subcontractors and procurement. A related degree is essential.