Senior Project Engineer
 
Our client is leading a leading indigenous owned civil contracting business who operate across a range of sectors in Western Australia. They are seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead a $15M Defence Infrastructure Project – From Design to Execution.
 
This is an exciting opportunity overseeing a range of complex civil works from design through to on-site construction. Initially based north of the river for the planning and design phase, you will transition to a 2:1 FIFO roster for the construction phase, managing trenching, drainage, earthworks, pipelines, and underground services installation.
 
This position involves managing the full lifecycle of a major Defence project, from design and planning to execution on-site. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills to navigate the logistical challenges of a large-scale project with a complex scope. The ability to manage multiple activities, stakeholders, and resources will be key to ensuring the project runs smoothly and efficiently.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate engineering activities during the design phase from our metro-based office
• Develop and manage project schedules, cost estimations, and risk assessments
• Oversee procurement, subcontractor management, and contract administration
• Manage site operations during the construction phase on a FIFO 2:1 roster
• Ensure strict adherence to quality, safety, and environmental standards
• Manage logistics, resources, and project deliverables to meet timelines and budgets
• Prepare technical reports, project updates, and stakeholder communications
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure project success

 
About You:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in civil infrastructure or construction
• Strong organisational and project management skills to handle complex logistics
• Proven experience with planning, scheduling, and programming
• Experience managing civil works such as trenching, pipelines, and underground services
• Strong background in procurement, subcontractor management, and contract administration
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Familiar with Defence project requirements (desirable)
• Able to work from a metro office during design and on-site with FIFO 2:1 during construction

 
What’s on Offer:

• Salary: $150,000 – $160,000 + Super + 40% Site uplift
• 2:1 FIFO roster for construction phase
• Full lifecycle involvement in a major $15M Defence infrastructure project
• Structured transition from office-based design to site-based construction
• A dynamic, supportive team culture that values growth and collaboration
• Opportunities for career progression

 
Apply now by sending your resume to [email protected] or to arrange a confidential discussion about the position.