Local council in the northern suburbs are seeking a Project Engineer to join their Capital Works team.

Project Engineer

6-month contract

Paying up to $64 per hour + super

Northern Suburbs

Hybrid working

Hays is excited to be partnering with a well-regarded local council in Melbourne's northern suburbs to recruit a Project Engineer to join their Capital Works team. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of civil infrastructure and building projects, working across the full project lifecycle from planning and procurement through to construction and handover.

About the role

This position will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of Council's Capital Works Program, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to define project scope, timelines, budgets and quality requirements.
- Plan, coordinate and deliver capital works projects from inception through to completion and handover.
- Prepare specifications and tender documentation for minor works projects.
- Review consultant designs, reports and project documentation to ensure quality and fitness for purpose.
- Supervise contractors and administer civil and building construction contracts.
- Monitor project performance, budgets, timelines and quality outcomes.
- Ensure all works comply with approved plans, specifications, contract requirements and relevant legislation.
- Manage contractor safety compliance, including review of Protected Work Method Statements (SWMS) and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
- Assess and certify contractor progress claims, variations and payment certificates.
- Maintain accurate project records, site documentation,



progress reports and photographic records.
- Facilitate project meetings with contractors, consultants and stakeholders.
- Provide technical engineering advice and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Capital Works team.

Key Selection Criteria
- Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Building Engineering or a related discipline, or substantial relevant industry experience.
- Proven experience in the supervision and delivery of civil and/or building construction projects.
- Experience liaising with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to define project scope, budgets, timelines and quality expectations.
- Proven ability to plan, manage and deliver projects from inception through to completion, including procurement and contract management activities.
- Experience preparing specifications and documentation for civil and/or building projects.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise contractors and effectively administer construction contracts.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, budgets and competing priorities.
- Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications and technical documentation.
- Experience monitoring project costs, forecasts and expenditure.
- High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality outcomes.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with contractors, consultants, service authorities and community stakeholders.

What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to [email protected]

This role also requires for all applications who're successful to have a Police Check and a valid Driving Licence.

📌 Project Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 Hays
📍 Melbourne