Senior / Project Engineer - Structure - $100m Project

Amida Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Amida Recruitment is seeking a Senior / Project Engineer for a Sydney-based head contractor delivering high-quality commercial projects. The role focuses on daily delivery, on-time achievement, and compliance with drawings and specifications.

The ideal candidate has 5–15+ years of experience, with a background in post-tension concrete structures and strong communication skills. A permanent full-time position with a growing organisation offering career progression is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or a related field.
• 5–15+ years of site delivery experience.
• Experience with post-tension concrete structures.
• Knowledge of local council and regulatory standards.
• Strong financial reporting and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Project delivery and site coordination planning and execution.
• Managing subcontractors, suppliers and consultants on site.
• Monitoring construction programs, procurement schedules and milestones.
• Reviewing drawings, shop drawings and technical documentation.
• Resolving technical issues and contributing to value engineering.
• Overseeing quality control, WHS and regulatory compliance.

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Growing national head contractor with a good pipeline of commercial projects. Looking for a structural experience with post tension concrete circa $50m to $100m+. Fast track career progression and brilliant company culture. Great opportunity to work with a head contractor working on blue chip projects with an excellent culture.

Our client is a growing and leading Sydney-based construction group delivering high-quality commercial projects and have an expanding pipeline across NSW. They are seeking a driven and capable Senior / Project Engineer to join its growing construction team.

You will be responsible for the daily delivery of high quality and on-time construction projects, ensuring that the projects are completed to documented drawings, specifications and nominated timeframes.

Having previous experience working on large scale structures including post-tension concrete structures is ideal. Projects experience from $50m to $100m+ is ideal.

Years of experience: 5-15 years +.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Project Delivery & Site Coordination Planning, coordination and execution of construction works
• Managing subcontractors, suppliers and consultants on site
• Monitoring construction programs, procurement schedules and project milestones
• Reviewing construction drawings, shop drawings and technical documentation
• Resolving technical issues and contributing to value engineering initiatives
• Quality, Safety & Compliance Overseeing quality control across site activities
• Ensuring compliance with WHS, environmental and statutory requirements
• Supporting site safety systems, inspections and reporting
• Reporting & Stakeholder Coordination
• Supporting project reporting, progress claims and cost tracking
• Building strong working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Assisting the Project Manager/Project Director with day-to-day project administration as required

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or similar
• Minimum 5-15+ years’ experience
• Experience in post-tension concrete structures
• Detailed knowledge of local council and regulatory requirements / standards
• Strong project financial reporting skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite

This is a permanent full-time position providing a great opportunity to work with a successful and growing organisation who offer challenging work and the potential for career progression.