Senior Project Engineer

2 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia McCosker Contracting Pty Ltd Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

McCosker Contracting are seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our team on a project in the Bown Basin. In this position you will provide effective engineering capability to achieve completion of contracted works in accordance with client requirements and project plans. This role will be responsible for providing guidance and leadership to the project engineering team overseeing completion of project tracking, reporting and controls to a quality and timely standard.

This position will work individually and in a team environment to deliver exceptional outcomes, while maintaining a safe and productive culture and having a positive impact on the community in which we operate.

This position may be required to travel and work on various project sites, where we operate, to support the successful delivery of project and company goals.

  • 8:6 roster
  • Attractive salary
  • Immediate start
  • FIFO or local position available

To Be Successful In This Role

  • Qualification in Civil Engineering or equivalent
  • Current Queensland Open Drivers Licence
  • General Construction Induction (white card/blue card)
  • Minimum 5 years of experience at a senior level in civil engineering and construction
  • Strong knowledge of the civil construction standards, including legislation, and associated practices
  • Experience in managing and applying project management principles in implementing a client program
  • Experience in managing project commercials
  • Able to liaise, mediate and negotiate with a range of internal and external stakeholders
  • Experience managing and providing guidance to a team
  • Competent in reading and interpreting drawings, specifications and schedules
  • Experience in a civil based business
  • Able to develop, implement, and evaluate high quality programs
  • Expertise in communication, including skills in developing project documents
  • High level critical analysis and reporting skills

About You

  • Critical analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Use of confidentiality, and discretion when dealing with people
  • Able to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders
  • Self-motivated in the completion of tasks
  • Able to manage time effectively, using strong organisational skills
  • Capable of accurate, detailed work
  • Lead by example, acting ethically and with integrity
  • Treat all people with respect
  • Desire to work cooperatively in a team environment to achieve goals
  • Actively comply with legislation and related policies, procedures, and processes
  • Perform tasks only when competent to do so under the circumstances
  • Communicate effectively and maintain a positive image

McCosker Contracting Benefits

  • Company funded Income Protection Insurance
  • Monthly Recognition Award Program
  • Corporate Health Insurance discount, and discounted Yaralla Fitness Centre for Gladstone
  • Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Program
  • Corporate discount Qantas Club membership
  • Employee Referral Program

About McCoskers
McCosker are experts in the civil construction industry offering a diverse range of services to the mining, construction, building, gas and industrial sectors. With our head office based in Gladstone Queensland, McCosker is equipped to service projects throughout Australia.

We at McCoskers are a group of empowered individuals, working collectively in a diversified business to achieve outstanding results. We support each other, uphold our integrity, and commit to attracting and developing outstanding leaders.

You Can Learn More About McCosker Contracting Here



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