iCOST is seeking an experienced Project Engineer with strong structure experience to support several residential / commercial / data centre and logistics projects in Brisbane and South-East Queensland.

This is (initially) a contract opportunity suited to a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced project environment and enjoys working closely with project teams to drive successful commercial and delivery outcomes.

About the Role

Working for a Tier One superstructure delivery Contractor, you will play a key role in driving productivity, checking drawings, organising labour / workfronts, stakeholder management, project coordination, planning, and reporting.

Key responsibilities include

- Day‑to‑day duties included recording labour and material expenditure for variations, progress claims, RFIs, and EOTs; checking work tolerances; reviewing programmes; and completing Q&S; checks.
- Driving productivity/ programme;
- Organising labour and materials;
- Coordinating project delivery activities across engineering, design, procurement, manufacturing, construction, subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, clients, and other key stakeholders.
- Assisting with project cost control, forecasting, performance reporting, and project controls requirements.
- Monitoring project progress, programmes, procurement activities, long-lead items, risks, and key deliverables to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Reviewing drawings, specifications, technical documentation, and project requirements to support delivery and compliance.




- Maintaining accurate project documentation, reporting, programme updates, and workflows through Procore and other project management systems.
- Identifying and managing commercial, technical, schedule, and delivery risks before they impact project performance.
- Supporting quality assurance, compliance, governance, and project close-out activities.
- Working closely with Project Managers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects safely, efficiently, and in accordance with client expectations.

About You

You will have

- Relevant engineering or construction qualification.
- 5+ years’ experience as a Project Engineer with a focus on structure.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Sound understanding of project delivery methodologies, building regulations, tolerances and quality control.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a project team.
- Australian working rights.

About iCOST

At iCOST, we provide embedded commercial and project advisory services across the full project lifecycle. Our specialists work alongside clients to improve project outcomes through commercial management, contract administration, project controls, claims resolution, and delivery excellence.

This role offers

- QLD location.
- Adaptable contract engagement.
- Exposure to high-profile construction projects.
- Opportunity to work with an experienced and growing consultancy.
- Competitive day rate.

📌 Project Engineer (Contract) | Brisbane/ SE-QLD
🏢 iCOST
📍 Brisbane