Job Search Category: Engineering – Civil
Build your future with Symal Infrastructure on one of Queensland's largest renewable energy projects.
Symal Infrastructure is delivering the major civil works package for the Gawara Baya Wind Farm, a landmark renewable energy project located in Northern Queensland.
We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer – Civil to join our project team and play a key role in delivering complex civil construction works across the project.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Project Manager / Senior Project Engineer, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating civil construction activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contractual requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day engineering requirements across civil construction activities
Develop and monitor short-term construction programs, including three-week look-ahead schedules
Coordinate labour, plant, materials, and subcontractor requirements to meet project milestones
Assist with procurement, contract administration, variations, and progress claims
Monitor project costs, productivity, and performance against targets
Manage quality assurance processes, including ITPs, inspections, and documentation
Support safety leadership through SWMS reviews, audits, pre-starts, and site engagement
Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal project stakeholders
Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, and project outcomes
About You
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or equivalent
Approximately 3+ years' experience in civil construction
Strong understanding of construction methodologies, quality requirements, and project controls




Experience with project programming, procurement, and subcontractor management
Ability to work collaboratively within a site-based construction team
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Commitment to safe and quality outcomes
Why Join Symal?
Work on a major 400MW renewable energy project
Join a team-oriented and supportive project team
Work with an industry-leading contractor with a strong project pipeline
2 weeks on / 1 week off roster (2/1)
30% FIFO uplift paid on top of base salary
Flights provided
Accommodation and meals supplied
Tools of the trade provided
Opportunity to work on a significant renewable energy project
$347M civil works package
400MW renewable energy project
68 wind turbines
78km of access roads
1.8 million m3 of earthworks
55,000m3 of concrete works
800,000 tonnes of crushed gravel
Peak workforce of approximately 300 personnel
A career with us
At Symal, we've always known that people and performance make amazing things happen.
Work like ours needs problem solvers, bold thinkers and genuinely good people.
If you're looking for a passionate team and a pathway to career success, now's the time to make it yours.
There are plenty of good reasons to dig into a career at Symal.
Forge pathways: We open doors to diverse,



challenging and future-shaping construction projects to expand your experience and develop your career.
Get ahead: From early career support and specialised learning to leadership development, we back you with tailored development programs to help you reach your goals.
Success is defined by your direction and progress.
Keep well: A healthy and happy workplace builds a brighter future.
With wellness benefits, discounted health insurance, a perks and rewards platform and an industry-leading employee assistance program, we're here to support you when you need it.
Stay social: People are the core of Symal.
Our leading-edge work and breakout spaces stocked with snacks bring the best out of our teams and keep them fueled for their next challenge, while our social calendar is stacked with events to connect, celebrate and reward our people.
Diversity of thought fuels our progress
Our inclusion offerings are designed to open doors for individuals who may not see a traditional entry point into the construction industry.
We're empowering women to thrive in construction through Shine , championing veteran career transitions through Resolve and building meaningful careers for Aboriginal people with Wamarra - helping you build a future where you belong.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, veterans and individuals from diverse cultural and life experiences are encouraged to apply.
Symal acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands upon which we work, live and socialise.
We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who we recognise as Australia's First Peoples whose cultural practices continue today.
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