About BMD
BMD is Australia's leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business, with foundations built on the family values that underpin our unique, team-oriented approach.
Driven by a purpose of powering futures and creating enduring legacies through a commitment to collaboration, BMD delivers infrastructure solutions that connect and transform communities. With a proud history beginning in ****, BMD now employs over 2,400 people throughout Australia, the Philippines and the United Kingdom.
About The Project
BMD is delivering works on the landmark Darwin Ship Lift Project, one of Northern Australia's most significant marine infrastructure developments. The project will provide world-class ship maintenance and servicing facilities supporting the defence, marine and commercial shipping industries for decades to come.
To support project delivery, we are seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer (Buildings) to oversee the delivery of a major building package within the project. This is a FIFO position and is open to candidates located anywhere in Australia.
About The Role
Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the successful delivery of a significant buildings package, taking ownership of programme, commercial, contract and construction outcomes from commencement through to completion.
This role is ideally suited to a Senior Project Engineer with demonstrated experience delivering large-scale commercial, industrial, defence, resources or infrastructure building projects and managing complex subcontractor packages.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain strong HSEQ awareness and ensure compliance across all project activities




Lead the delivery of a major buildings package within the Darwin Ship Lift Project
Coordinate contract administration, including project management plans, insurances and contractual obligations
Monitor construction programmes and drive project performance against key milestones
Manage procurement activities and subcontractor engagement, negotiation and contract finalisation
Prepare and review progress claims, forecasts and project reporting
Identify and manage variations, EOTs and contractual risks
Oversee cost control, budgeting and monthly financial reporting
Coordinate pre-start meetings and ongoing project delivery meetings
Work closely with clients, consultants and key stakeholders to achieve project outcomes
Support design management activities and construction methodologies
Lead, mentor and develop Project Engineers and Site Engineers
Drive productivity, quality and commercial outcomes across the building package
About You
Degree qualifications in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline
Proven experience as a Senior Project Engineer or Project Engineer delivering building projects
Strong experience across commercial, industrial, defence, marine, resource or heavy infrastructure buildings
Demonstrated ability to manage large subcontractor packages from start to finish
Strong understanding of contract administration,



cost control and commercial project delivery
Experience managing project risks, variations and contractual obligations
Proven ability to build and maintain stakeholder relationships
Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring and developing engineersExcellent communication, planning and problem-solving skills
Commitment to safety, quality and environmental outcomes
This is not a general civil engineering role. We are specifically seeking candidates with demonstrated buildings experience who can take ownership of a building package within a major infrastructure project setting.
Why BMD?
At BMD, we're committed to the long-term success of our people. As a privately owned business, we offer unique career opportunities, stability and exposure to some of Australia's most significant infrastructure projects.
You'll Benefit From
FIFO opportunity on a landmark Northern Territory project
Immediate start available
Being part of a high-performing and collaborative team
Exposure to one of Australia's largest marine infrastructure projects
A supportive culture built on our core values of Family, Empowered, Collaborative and Driven
A business committed to safety, innovation and delivering exceptional outcomes
Diversity and Inclusion
We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity and embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer, providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.
So, join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create enduring legacies.
We're a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of Family, Empowered, Collaborative and Driven.
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