Senior Project Engineer – Regional Renewable Energy Delivery

Symal; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LAFHA

Regional/remote project uplift

Flexible roster

Project uplift above metropolitan pay

Job summary

Symal Infrastructure in Adelaide, SA, seeks a Senior Project Engineer to lead the delivery of a Battery Energy Storage System project about two hours north of Adelaide. The role offers ownership of engineering, commercial and delivery requirements with a broader Symal team.

You will mentor engineers, manage procurement and subcontractors, monitor programs and costs, and drive safety and quality on site. Regional rosters and uplift apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Approximately 5+ years' relevant construction experience.
• Strong experience across civil construction, infrastructure, renewables, utilities or major projects.
• Experience managing project engineering functions and supporting site delivery.
• Strong understanding of construction programs, procurement, subcontractor management and commercial processes.
• Strong stakeholder and client management skills.
• A sound understanding of construction contracts and contractual administration.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality and environmental performance.
• Excellent communication, planning and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to lead, mentor and develop junior engineering staff.
• A genuine interest in renewable energy and regional project delivery.
• Experience across BESS, wind, transmission, utilities or other renewable energy projects will be highly regarded.
• Knowledge of Expert Estimation and Jobpac is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating project engineering activities from planning through to delivery.
• Leading and mentoring Project Engineers and Site Engineers.
• Working closely with Foremen, Supervisors and the Project Manager to achieve project objectives.
• Developing, monitoring and maintaining project programs.
• Managing procurement and subcontractor delivery to support the program.
• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities.
• Supporting variations, claims, extensions of time and contractual notices.
• Monitoring project costs, productivity and cost-to-complete.
• Supporting progress claims, forecasting and monthly project reporting.
• Maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships.
• Ensuring works are delivered in accordance with project specifications and contractual requirements.
• Driving quality assurance and minimising rework.
• Taking an active leadership role in safety, environmental and quality performance.
• Supporting the development and performance of project engineering teams.
• Working collaboratively with the broader Symal Infrastructure business to achieve project outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Planning and scheduling

Commercial awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Expert Estimation

Jobpac

Job description

Symal Infrastructure in Adelaide, SA, seeks a Senior Project Engineer to lead the delivery of a Battery Energy Storage System project about two hours north of Adelaide. The role offers ownership of engineering, commercial and delivery requirements with a broader Symal team.

You will mentor engineers, manage procurement and subcontractors, monitor programs and costs, and drive safety and quality on site. Regional rosters and uplift apply.