Senior Project Engineer: Construction Delivery Leader

Lendlease Corporation; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Well-being program

26 weeks parental leave

Wellbeing days

Job summary

Lendlease Construction in Canberra is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead on-site coordination, develop construction programs, and drive the procurement strategy while upholding safety and quality on a major project.

You will review drawings, monitor progress against timelines and budgets, manage submittals and change orders, and collaborate across teams to deliver value engineering and effective risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
• 5-7 years of experience as a Project Engineer or similar in construction.
• Familiarity with Australian building codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in planning, executing, and closing projects.
• Prepare and manage submittals, RFIs, change orders, and progress reports.
• Review drawings and specs for constructability and compliance.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, and resource allocation; identify delays or overruns.
• Collaborate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure coordination.
• Participate in meetings and contribute technical expertise.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Blueprint interpretation

Teamwork

Safety regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Construction Management

Job description

Lendlease Construction in Canberra is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead on-site coordination, develop construction programs, and drive the procurement strategy while upholding safety and quality on a major project.

You will review drawings, monitor progress against timelines and budgets, manage submittals and change orders, and collaborate across teams to deliver value engineering and effective risk management.