Project Engineer - Fit Out & Finishing Works (Contract)

Job description

Project Engineer - Fit Out & Finishing Works (Contract)
Brisbane CBD | 6-Month Contract | Above-Market Daily Rate
 
CGC Recruitment are partnering with a leading Tier 1 national contractor to source an experienced Project Engineer to oversee the final stages of delivery on a major Brisbane CBD-based construction project.
This is a 6-month contract position, ideal for a high-performing "gun-for-hire" Project Engineer who thrives in fast-paced delivery environments and has strong, hands-on experience across fit out and finishing works on large-scale building projects. The project is scheduled to run through to mid-year, with an above-market daily rate on offer.
The Role
Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day project engineering functions across a pure fit-out and finishing scope, including:
  • Management and coordination of fit-out and finishing trades
  • Oversight of cladding, M&E services, waterproofing, and associated subcontractors
  • Program tracking and short-term look-ahead planning
  • QA documentation, inspections, and defect management
  • Subcontractor coordination, progress claims, and variations
  • Interface management between trades to ensure seamless completion
  • Supporting commissioning, handover, and practical completion activities
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
  • Proven experience as a Project Engineer on major building projects
  • Strong fit-out and finishing works experience (essential)
  • Exposure to Tier 1 or large Tier 2 contractors
  • Solid understanding of services coordination and finishing trades
  • Ability to step into a project late-stage and add immediate value
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Availability to commit to a 6-month contract
What's on Offer
  • Above-market daily rate
  • Opportunity to work with a Tier 1 national contractor
  • High-profile Brisbane CBD project
  • Well-defined scope focused on fit-out and finishing works
  • Contract running through to mid-year
Apply
If you're a seasoned Project Engineer with strong fit-out delivery experience and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
 
Apply now or contact Rory on 0428 026 703 or email [email protected] for a confidential discussion.