Senior Project Engineer – Civil Infrastructure (DIT) | Adelaide
AUD *************** per annum, Car Allwance
About the Company
This is a well-regarded civil contractor with deep roots in South Australian infrastructure. Its portfolio covers DIT road projects, SA Water works, major council projects and land development, and the business is continuing to grow its SA team.
About the Role
Based in Adelaide and reporting to the Project Manager, you'll lead the engineering delivery of projects across this mix, from DIT roads to SA Water, council and land development packages. You'll own the technical, programming and commercial detail, guide a team of Project and Site Engineers, and work closely with clients and consultants from mobilisation through to handover.
Key Responsibilities
Manage engineering delivery across DIT road, SA Water, council and land development projects
Develop and maintain programs, and track progress against key milestones
Track costs, prepare progress claims, and manage variations and RFIs
Ensure works comply with DIT specifications, ITPs and quality requirements
Coordinate and supervise subcontractors and suppliers on site
Supervise and mentor Project Engineers and Site Engineers
Liaise with DIT, SA Water, councils, consultants and authorities
Support the Project Manager with forecasting, risk management and reporting
Uphold safety,



quality and environmental standards across the project
About You
Essential:
Proven Senior Project Engineer or experienced Project Engineer background in civil construction
Track record delivering road, drainage, water or land development projects
Strong working knowledge of ITPs, quality systems and government specifications
Commercial understanding: cost tracking, progress claims and variations
Ability to interpret contracts, drawings and specifications
Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering
Current driver's licence
Highly regarded:
DIT project delivery experience in South Australia
SA Water, council or land development project experience
Experience supervising or mentoring junior engineers
What's on Offer
$160,000 – $180,000 base salary
$20,000 car allowance + superannuation
Hands‐on role across diverse, technically challenging DIT and civil projects
A solid internal delivery team and supportive leadership
Long‐term progression toward Project Manager as the SA business expands
If you are a Senior Project Engineer or Project Engineer with Adelaide or South Australian road and civil experience ready to take the lead on major DIT infrastructure delivery, we would love to hear from you.
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📌 Senior Project Engineer – Civil Infrastructure (Dit) | Adelaide
🏢 RSG Recruitment Aust
📍 Adelaide