Troocoo

Troocoo Government are currently supporting a key State Government client with the recruitment of multiple PO5 Project Engineers to join their Natural Disaster Program team based in Nerang, QLD. These are initial 12-month agency contracts with potential to extend, paying an hourly rate of up to $140.10 per hour super (dependent on experience)

The Role

As the PO5 Project Engineer, you will play a key role in the recovery and restoration of Queensland's transport network following natural disasters.

Working alongside experienced Project Managers, you'll support the delivery of complex DRFA-funded projects from planning through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, compliantly, and on schedule.

Key responsibilities

- Support the Project Manager in delivering Natural Disaster Program (NDP) transport infrastructure projects.
- Coordinate pre-construction and construction activities across multiple recovery projects.
- Manage project budgets, forecasting and financial reporting through SAP and 3PCM.
- Review contractor programs, progress claims, variations and extension of time requests.
- Assist with procurement, contract administration and contractor performance management.
- Maintain project schedules using Primavera P6 and monitor project delivery against milestones.




- Prepare and administer DRFA documentation throughout the project lifecycle, including funding submissions and project close-out.
- Conduct site inspections and contractor meetings, providing engineering advice and technical support.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, drawing registers and compliance records.
- Build strong relationships with contractors, stakeholders and internal project teams to ensure successful project delivery.

About you To be considered a competitive applicant, you would bring the following:

- Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) recognised by Engineers Australia (Washington Accord or equivalent).
- Minimum six years' experience delivering civil or transport infrastructure projects.
- Minimum three years' experience delivering projects under Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
- Strong understanding of contract administration, project controls and construction delivery.
- Experience using SAP, Primavera P6 and/or 3PCM (highly regarded).
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Current Class C Driver Licence.

If you're looking to contribute to projects that have a direct impact on Queensland communities while working with one of the State's most key infrastructure programs, apply now! Note: Applications will close on the 9 August 2026.

📌 Project Engineer (Nerang)
🏢 Troocoo
📍 Nerang