An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced

Project Engineer

to join our Water team based in

Walloon and/or Fortitude Valley, QLD .

Reporting to the Project Manager and Senior Project Manager, you will provide technical expertise and support the successful delivery of construction projects across the water and wastewater sector.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing technical advice and support to project delivery teams

Supporting project planning, design reviews and constructability assessments

Assisting with project budgets, cost reporting and forecasting

Monitoring project schedules, performance and progress

Managing subcontractors and reviewing progress claims and variations

Supporting procurement activities and the engagement of suppliers and subcontractors

Driving quality outcomes throughout project delivery

Identifying opportunities for value engineering and improved constructability

Ensuring community, environmental, operational and maintenance requirements are considered throughout project delivery

Demonstrating strong safety leadership and supporting our Zero Harm commitments

What we're looking for To be successful in this role, you will bring:

Civil, Mechanical and/ or Structural Engineering Qualification

At least three years of project engineering experience within the water or wastewater industry in South East Queensland

Experience managing subcontractors





Experience developing scopes of work and subcontract agreements

Demonstrated financial management, budgeting and reporting experience

Experience developing and managing project schedules

A strong focus on quality outcomes in project delivery

Clear and concise communication skills

Robust organisational and time management skills

The ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a changing project workplace

What we offer

The opportunity to contribute to important water and wastewater infrastructure projects

A supportive and collaborative project environment

Exposure across planning, design, procurement and construction delivery

Opportunities to develop your technical and project delivery capability

The chance to work alongside experienced professionals within our Energy and Utilities business

About Energy & Utilities Our Energy & Utilities business delivers essential infrastructure services across Australia and New Zealand. Within our Water business, our teams work together to support the safe and effective delivery of critical water and wastewater infrastructure.

Downer is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where people from all backgrounds are valued and respected. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

📌 Project Engineer (Walloon)
🏢 Downer
📍 Walloon