Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer (Structures) to join a leading Tier 1 construction business on a major marine construction project in Western Australia. This is a contract role for an initial minimum term of 3 months, working a FIFO 2/1 roster, with applicants welcome to apply from any major Australian city. This is an excellent opportunity for a capable structures-focused Senior Project Engineer to step into a high-profile project environment, contribute immediately, and work with a respected contractor delivering complex marine infrastructure.
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The Opportunity
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Senior Project
Engineer(Structures)
on a major coastal marine construction project
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FIFO 2/1 roster to Western Australia, IMMEDIATE START!
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Initial 3 month contract, with potential to extend
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Tier 1 National construction business with strong systems, project support and delivery capability
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Circa $95/hr + super (Neg.)
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Flexible point of hire, flights paid from all major Australian cities
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About the Role
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Reporting into the project leadership team, you will support the safe, productive and compliant delivery of structural works across a complex marine construction package. You will be responsible for driving engineering coordination, managing technical interfaces, supporting construction planning, and ensuring quality, safety, cost and schedule outcomes are achieved.
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Key Responsibilities
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Coordinate structural engineering and construction activities on site
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Manage RFIs, technical queries, design clarifications and constructability issues
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Support planning, sequencing,



methodology development and short-term construction programs
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Work closely with supervisors, subcontractors, designers and client representatives
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Monitor progress, productivity, quality requirements and project documentation
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Assist with procurement, subcontractor management, cost tracking and forecasting where required
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Ensure works are delivered in line with safety, environmental, quality and contractual requirements
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Provide clear reporting and proactive issue resolution to the project leadership team
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About You
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Degree qualified in Civil, Structural or Construction Engineering
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Proven experience as a Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer on major construction projects
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Strong structural construction experience, ideally across marine, bridge, wharf, port, heavy civil or complex infrastructure environments
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Confident managing technical interfaces, site engineering requirements and subcontractor coordination
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Strong understanding of quality systems, safety standards, construction methodologies and project controls
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Ability to work effectively on a FIFO roster and contribute quickly in a fast-paced project environment
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Clear communicator with strong stakeholder management and problem-solving skills
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What's on Offer
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Contract role for a minimum of 3 months, potential to extend on next project
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FIFO 2/1 roster to Western Australia
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Competitive hourly rate, circa $95/hr + super (Neg.)
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Flights available from major Australian cities
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Tier 1 contractor, landmark marine construction project
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Immediate impact role with a solid site team and well-established project systems
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