Senior Project Engineer – $100M Defence Project | Nowra
An established
Tier 2 commercial builder
is seeking an experienced
Senior Project Engineer
to join the delivery team on a major
$100 million Defence project based in Nowra, NSW
.
This is a long-term opportunity to join a well-resourced project team delivering a complex, high-profile Defence project on the NSW South Coast.
The Role Working closely with the Project Manager and wider delivery team, you will take ownership of key construction packages from procurement through to completion.
Key responsibilities include:
Management and coordination of subcontractors and consultants
Procurement and delivery of major trade packages
Design coordination and resolution of technical issues
Reviewing drawings, specifications and construction documentation
Managing RFIs, variations and project documentation
Monitoring programme, quality and project deliverables
Coordinating between site, design and commercial teams
Ensuring works meet project specifications and Defence requirements




Supporting and mentoring junior engineers
Maintaining high safety and quality standards
About You
Previous experience as a
Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer
with a commercial head contractor
Experience on large-scale commercial, Defence, government or complex construction projects
Strong technical and construction knowledge
Proven experience managing subcontractors and significant trade packages
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Relevant Engineering, Construction Management or Building qualification
Australian construction experience essential
Defence experience and/or relevant security clearance highly regarded
The Chance
$100M Defence project in Nowra
Reputable
Tier 2 commercial builder
Long-term project opportunity
Well-established and experienced project team
Strong pipeline of future work
Competitive salary package based on experience
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📌 Senior Project Engineer (Nowra)
🏢 Atlas Recruitment
📍 Nowra