Job Description
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Perth-Based | Future FIFO/DIDO
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We're Grounded. We deliver large-scale remote infrastructure (NPI) and commercial construction projects across WA.
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We're looking for a
Project Engineer
who wants more than just a site role — someone who wants to be part of the
full project journey
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Based in Perth initially, you'll play a key role in
tenders and pre-construction
, shaping how projects are won and planned, before moving into
site delivery (FIFO/DIDO)
to bring those projects to life and support them through to completion and close-out.
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Key Responsibilities:
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Pre-Construction (Perth)
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Develop construction methodologies for tenders and upcoming projects
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Work closely with Estimators, Planners, and
Procurement/Scheduling
to align scope, cost, and program
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Contribute to programs, staging, sequencing, and buildability reviews
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Assist with management plans and project documentation
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Identify risks, constraints, and smarter ways to deliver projects
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Support tender submissions with accurate, practical input
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Project Delivery (Site-Based)
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Transition into project delivery/site support as projects are awarded, working closely with Supervisors and Project Managers
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Coordinate and manage quality processes, including ITPs/ITRs, inspections, and non-conformance (NCR) resolution
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Liaise daily with Supervisors and site teams to ensure works are delivered in line with program, quality, and design
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Coordinate day-to-day site activities, subcontractors, and material deliveries to meet program requirements
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Monitor progress, productivity, and quality, ensuring works are delivered in line with plans and specifications
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Review and interpret drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to ensure accurate delivery
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Support cost control, tracking variations,



and assisting with reporting and forecasting
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Project Close-Out
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Support project completion and close-out, including documentation, handover requirements, and defect management
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Ensure all as-built information, records, and project documentation are accurate and finalised
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Contribute to post-project reviews and continuous improvement across the business
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Skills and Experience:
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Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
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3+ years' experience as a Project or Site Engineer within commercial construction and/or NPI (Non-Process Infrastructure) projects
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Strong understanding of construction methodologies, buildability, and project delivery across both pre-construction and site phases
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Experience working with Estimating, Planning, and Procurement teams during tender and project planning stages
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Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and technical documentation with a practical, delivery-focused mindset
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Exposure to site-based project delivery, including coordination of subcontractors, quality processes, and program management
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Experience across earthworks, concrete, structural, and general building works (or similar)
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Open to FIFO/DIDO or remote project work as required
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Why Join Grounded
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Be part of a business built on Trust, Passion, and Care
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Work on a diverse portfolio of major projects across remote infrastructure (NPI) and commercial construction
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Get exposure across the full project lifecycle; from tender through to delivery and close-out
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Market-competitive salary package with access to additional travel benefits aligned to project requirements
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Career progression opportunities
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Active social club
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Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and structured wellbeing support
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Work from a modern West Perth office, close to Kings Park
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📌 Project Engineer (Perth)
🏢 Grounded Construction Group
📍 Perth