Senior Project Engineer - Structures

Daracon-Engineering-Pty-Ltd; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Supportive team

Competitive pay

Salary packaging

Wellbeing programs

Career development

Job summary

Daracon Group is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Engineer for our Hunter Civil Team in the Newcastle region to oversee civil and mining infrastructure projects on a permanent basis. This role offers diverse challenges and autonomy across multiple sites, with a path for career growth within a stable, progressive employer.

You would join a team that values safety, collaboration, and high-quality outcomes, supported by a strong compensation package and ongoing development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified Civil Engineer.
• 8–10 years experience in civil engineering projects.
• Experience on design-and-construct projects.
• Proven delivery of TfNSW bridge works or similar.
• Proven ability to procure subcontractors and manage scheduling on site.
• Experience with temporary works designs.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Project Manager and collaborate with Site Engineering and Supervisory Team on complex civil projects.
• Manage subcontractors and internal resources, including procurement and scheduling, to achieve outcomes.
• Develop and manage project-specific documentation.
• Manage budgets, track progress, and report on works.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Project management

Problem solving

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Employee Type SA-Full time permanent

Contact information

• Contact Name Whitney Macpherson
• Contact Phone [phone]
• Contact Email [e-mail]

Daracon Group comprises a number of businesses that collectively deliver an integrated civil construction service across a diverse range of public and private sector projects. Our capabilities span road, rail, concrete structures, landscaping, quarrying and mining, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality outcomes that meet and exceed client expectations. Central to this success is our dedicated workforce, whose expertise, professionalism and commitment to customer service underpin everything we do.

Daracon are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Project Engineer to join our Hunter Civil Team on a permanent basis. This role will be located in the Newcastle region, working across key projects within our operations, including civil and mining infrastructure projects. This is a diverse, challenging and autonomous role that would offer a fantastic next step in career progression.

What we have on offer

• Fully maintained company vehicle
• Supportive and inclusive team
• Competitive pay and benefits package
• Salary packaging available – pay less tax
• Employee wellbeing programs and initiatives – Fitness passport, discount on gym memberships and health insurance
• Ongoing career development – grow your skills and elevate your career across various operations, all under the stability of one employer

Key responsibilities

• Reporting to the Project Manager, working with our Site Engineering and Supervisory Team for the management of complex Civil Projects
• Managing work and performance of both subcontractors and internal resources to achieve outcomes and utilise effective time management skills including sequencing of work, procurement and resource time management
• Develop and manage project specific documentation
• Manage budgets, track and forecast and report the progress of the works

To be considered for this role you will

• Ideally be a Degree Qualified Civil Engineer
• Ideally have 8-10 years experience
• Ideally have proven experience on design and construct projects
• Have overall proven engineering experience with the delivery of TfNSW bridge works and specifications or similar
• Be able to procure and engage with key subcontractors and suppliers in the management of scheduling and deliveries with the ability to work through constructability issues on site
• Be experienced with the management, development and implementation of temporary works designs
• Be fully conversant with use of ready-mix concrete, including pumping, placement and curing – ideally holding B80 concrete grey card training.
• Be able to engage, plan and execute major crane works and “heavy lifting”
• Have exceptional communication skills, in particular your ability to negotiate and lead other team members
• Have the ability to work with the team forwards to meet key project milestones and deliverables
• Have confidence in your decision-making ability, problem solve and act accordingly
• Have the ability to coach and mentor less experienced team members to assist in their development and transfer of your skills and expertise
• Be a safety leader who is able to use your experience to uphold our safety culture and values

Job preview

Ideally you would live in the local area, however we would be open to considering applicants from further afield. For those required to live away for the duration of projects, accommodation and a meal allowance would be provided. In return for your skills and experience, you will be offered the opportunity to work with an employer that values your contribution to the organisation and is dedicated to your career success. We value our people as our key asset and this is reflected in all aspects of our business.

To express your interest, please submit your application by applying below or alternatively email your updated resume to [e-mail]

Daracon Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer