Own major subdivision projects in Mackay with a growing civil contractor. Real autonomy, hands on delivery and a pathway to step up as business grows.

21st September, 2026

We're working with a well established civil contractor delivering a range of urban and residential civil projects across the Mackay region.

They're looking for a Project Engineer or experienced Site Engineer who understands how subdivisions and urban civil projects are actually delivered and wants a long term prospect in the region.

The immediate project is a large residential development approximately 30 minutes south of Mackay, with further work across the region providing plenty of opportunity beyond the initial project.

The Role This is a hands on engineering position working closely with the Project Manager and Supervisors to keep delivery moving across your own areas of responsibility.

You'll be involved in:
Planning and coordinating day to day works with the PM and site team
Running your own sections of the project with a valuable level of autonomy
Coordinating subcontractors and monitoring delivery, quality and programme
Supporting procurement, purchase orders, variations, claims and forecasting




Managing RFIs, QA documentation and engineering requirements
Monitoring costs and identifying delivery issues before they become problems

The projects cover a broad range of urban civil works including residential subdivisions, earthworks, roads, drainage, sewer and water reticulation, pavements, kerb and channel, concrete and associated civil infrastructure.

What You Bring
Civil Engineering degree with solid civil construction experience
Experience delivering subdivisions, land development or urban civil projects
Ideally 3+ years' experience across earthworks, roads, drainage, utilities or general civil construction
Good understanding of programme, cost and commercial delivery
Strong communication skills with the ability to deal confidently with clients, consultants, subcontractors and site crews
Australian work rights and current driver's licence

The Opportunity

This is a long term prospect with a contractor that has an ongoing pipeline of work across the Mackay region.

$120,000 to $150,000 + super + car
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