A well-established Perth civil contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer with solid FRP concrete expertise to support the delivery of complex civil infrastructure projects across Perth’s metro region. With a strong pipeline of MRWA/PTA-related works and projects valued up to $50 million, this is a permanent full-time opportunity with a reputable local contractor currently in an exciting growth phase. The business has approximately 75 staff and offers a practical, hands-on environment where robust engineers can take genuine ownership of project delivery, commercial performance, subcontractor coordination, and technical FRP outcomes, without the need for FIFO work.

The Opportunity

Reporting into senior management, you’ll play a key role in planning, coordinating, and driving the successful delivery of civil construction projects with a strong focus on FRP reinforced concrete structures, alongside associated civil and earthworks scopes. This role will suit a capable Senior Project Engineer who is technically strong, commercially aware, and ready to step into a high-impact delivery position on challenging metro projects.

Key Responsibilities

- Support delivery of civil construction projects valued up to $50m mainly across MRWA and PTA infrastructure works
- Coordinate FRP concrete works including methodology, sequencing, reinforcement, formwork, and installation activities
- Manage project engineering requirements including RFIs, ITPs, QA documentation, procurement, and subcontractor coordination
- Assist with budgets, cost tracking, forecasting, claims, variations, and monthly reporting
- Develop and maintain short-term programs, procurement schedules, and lookahead plans
- Work closely with Project Managers, Site Supervisors, engineers, subcontractors, consultants, and client representatives
- Identify and manage project risks, technical issues, and commercial impacts early




- Ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with quality, environmental, and contractual requirements

About You

- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
- Proven experience as a Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer with civil contractors
- Demonstrated experience with FRP concrete, reinforced concrete structures, bridges, culverts, retaining walls, or similar infrastructure scopes
- Strong understanding of Australian civil construction standards, specifications, contracts, and methodologies
- Commercially aware with solid cost control, reporting, and subcontractor management skills
- Experience on projects valued up to $10m-$50m in Australia, the UK, or New Zealand will be highly regarded
- Confident communicator who can work effectively with site teams, clients, consultants, and senior management
- Motivated to build a long-term career with a local Perth contractor in a permanent metro-based role

What’s On Offer

- Circa $170K Base salary + Super, depending on experience
- Permanent full-time role based in Perth metro, no FIFO required!
- Join a reputable local civil contractor with a strong project pipeline
- Work on complex FRP concrete and civil infrastructure projects valued up to $50m
- Genuine career progression toward Project Manager level
- Supportive leadership team with a practical, delivery-focused approach
- Opportunity to take ownership of technical, commercial, and delivery outcomes

If you’re an experienced Senior Project Engineer with strong FRP concrete capability and want a long-term Perth-based role with a growing local contractor, this is an excellent prospect to step into a key delivery position on challenging civil infrastructure projects.

How to Apply

Click “APPLY”, or contact Scott Alexander for a confidential discussion.
Phone Number: 08 •••• •920
Email: ••••@stellarrecruitment.com.au
Reference Number: 1249810
SK0560Z

📌 Senior Project Engineer (FRP) (Perth)
🏢 Stellar Recruitment
📍 Perth