About the role

We are seeking a talented Project Engineer (Civil/Structural) to join our team at FGI Developments in Cairns, QLD. This is a full time position that offers a fantastic opportunity to work on diverse and challenging infrastructure projects in the tropical north. As a Project Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the planning, design, and delivery of civil and structural engineering projects, working closely with project managers, clients, and site teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

This role is based across our Cairns sites, providing you with the opportunity to work on regionally significant infrastructure while maintaining a strong connection to the local community. Note this is not a FIFO role.

Key responsibilities

- Plan and schedule work to minimise impacts to stakeholders
- Control all engineering activities and processes on projects
- Ensure quality, cost, safety, performance and time schedules are met
- Interface with procurement, operations, commercial, quality, and expedite logistic functions to ensure the project schedule is adhered to

About you

- A degree in an engineering discipline that is accredited by Engineers Australia. Note: Transcripts will be required for Interview.
- A minimum of 5 years post qualification experience




- Demonstrated ability to plan and organise schedules and resources
- Experience with defence, civil or road infrastructure projects
- Excellent English communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and influence
- An understanding of cost control
- Experience in Quality Assurance
- Experience with Microsoft Project and other MS programs
- Experience with Auto Cad
- Must be able to read and interpret drawings and have a technical view of civil and mining projects
- Must be fit for work
- Must be able to pass a National Criminal History Check
- Must be eligible for a Defence Common Access Card (DCAC)
- Must pass a medical and drug test

Benefits

- Competitive remuneration package
- Opportunities to work on exciting projects
- Diverse opportunities to grow
- Ongoing training for career progression
- Supportive team environment

About us FGI is an Australian owned and operated civil construction, bulk earthworks and agriculture company — developed to the regional demands of civil, mining and agricultural developers across Australia. We offer a complete package of skills and resources to deliver projects in civil construction, bulk earthworks, road construction, drainage, concrete and water infrastructure.

📌 Project Engineer (Civil/Structural) (Cairns)
🏢 FGI Developments
📍 Cairns