Job Description

My Tier 2 client is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to team delivering a major health project in Sydney.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a driven construction professional to join a high-performing project team and play a key role in the successful delivery of a complex, large-scale building project from commencement through to completion.

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You will work closely with the Project Manager, site team, consultants, subcontractors and client representatives, taking ownership of key engineering, procurement, commercial and coordination activities across the project lifecycle.

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About the Role

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As Senior Project Engineer, you will be responsible for:

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- Managing engineering and technical aspects of the project from design development through to construction and completion.
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- Coordinating consultants, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure project requirements are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
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- Driving procurement activities, including scopes of work, tendering, subcontractor engagement, material procurement and supplier management.
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- Ensuring materials, plant and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively and in accordance with project specifications and quality requirements.
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- Managing RFIs, technical documentation, design coordination, shop drawings and construction methodologies.
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- Monitoring project progress, identifying potential risks and driving timely resolution of technical and construction issues.
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- Working closely with the Project Manager and commercial team on project cost, variations, progress claims and subcontractor management.
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- Maintaining accurate project documentation and ensuring contractual and project requirements are met.
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- Building strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal project stakeholders.
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- Supporting and mentoring junior engineers while contributing to a collaborative, high-performing project culture.
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- Utilising construction management systems such as CHEOPS, Aconex or similar to manage project documentation, correspondence and workflows.
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About You

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To be successful in this role, you will have:

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- 8+ years' construction experience, with a proven track record in a Senior Project Engineer or similar role.
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- A relevant tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building or a related discipline.
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- Proven experience delivering large-scale building projects from commencement through to completion.
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- Strong technical understanding of construction methodology, design coordination and project delivery.
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- Demonstrated procurement expertise, with the ability to source materials and services efficiently, competitively and to high-quality standards.
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- Excellent communication, stakeholder management and leadership skills, with experience working collaboratively across project teams, consultants, subcontractors and clients.
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- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a quick-paced project environment.
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- Proficiency in CHEOPS, Aconex or similar construction/project management software.
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- A proactive approach with the ability to take ownership, make sound decisions and drive outcomes.
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📌 Senior Project Engineer (New South Wales)
🏢 Redpath Partners
📍 New South Wales