Project Engineer - Defects & Practical Completion | Western Sydney | 3-Month Contract
The Role
 
A well-regarded civil contractor is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join their team in Western Sydney on an immediate start basis. This is a 3-month contract focused on driving practical completion across a streetscape package, with the bulk of the role centred on defects management and close-out.
Works include footpaths, kerb and gutter, and broader streetscape finishes. You'll be the key point of contact for defect identification, rectification tracking, and sign-off, while managing the documentation and authority coordination required to get the project across the line cleanly.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Manage the defects register and drive rectification through to completion and sign-off
• Coordinate with relevant authorities (council, Roads authority) for inspections, approvals, and practical completion milestones
• Oversee close-out documentation including as-builts, warranties, O&M manuals, and final submissions
• Liaise with subcontractors to ensure defect rectification is completed on programme
• Support the Project Manager in all PC and DLP-related reporting and correspondence

About You

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Demonstrated experience on civil infrastructure projects, ideally roads, streetscape, or urban civil works
• Solid understanding of the PC and defects process on head contractor-delivered projects
• Confident dealing with councils and authorities on inspections and approval milestones
• Organised, self-sufficient, and able to work at pace in a close-out environment
• Full working rights in Australia

 
How to Apply

You can email your resume to [email protected] or call 0435935377 for more information.

CGC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all eligible candidates