Project Engineer

2 weeks ago

North Sydney Council, Australia McConnell Dowell Constructors (Aust) Pty Ltd Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

About the role

Our NSW team is on the lookout for a Project Engineer to support upcoming tender and preconstruction activities, forming a key part of our succession planning. This role sits within our collaborative North Sydney office (minimum 60% office-based), working alongside experienced leaders and contributing to work across multiple regions, including SEA and APAC.

You will gain exposure to senior management, interface with clients and subcontractors, and get hands-on with diverse, technically challenging infrastructure projects. We are a tight-knit, agile business unit where you will be supported and seen, with the opportunity to progress into delivery roles and grow within McConnell Dowell.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Coordinating engineering and construction planning during the tender/preconstruction phase.
  • Supporting scheduling, cost control, and procurement activities.
  • Assisting with bid evaluation and subcontractor engagement.
  • Interfacing with clients, temporary works design, and internal stakeholders.
  • Contributing to project reporting, QA processes, and continuous improvement.

About you

You are a driven engineering professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys variety, and is keen to grow with a business that values initiative and collaboration. You enjoy working across functions and aren't afraid to jump into new challenges.

You will ideally bring:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Engineering (Civil/Structural or related field).
  • Experience working in infrastructure or construction environments.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • White Card (mandatory) and Driver's Licence (preferred).
  • A proactive attitude and ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.

About Us

McConnell Dowell – Creative Construction

Our purpose is Providing a Better Life. We do that through delivering projects that connect, support and sustain communities, and by providing career opportunities that challenge, reward and grow our people.

From remote major resources and energy projects to city-shaping transport and water infrastructure, we've delivered thousands of high-quality, complex projects across Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands, and Southeast Asia over more than 60 years.

Why join us?

The work you'll do will have a tangible positive impact on people's lives – including your own. Our project diversity, scale, and locations mean bigger development opportunities. We invest in our people and have some of the best mentors in the business to support your growth.

We actively seek and celebrate diversity, inclusion, and individuality. In a culture low on ego and high on support, everyone is encouraged to make an impact. We're big enough to take on community-shaping projects, but agile enough for you to influence how we do things.

So, join us, be you, and help us create better together. Apply now

We are an equal opportunity employer. People of all ages, abilities, sexual orientation, gender identities & cultures including Aboriginal, and Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please note all successful applicants must hold valid work rights for Australia and pass a satisfactory pre-employment medical.

This role is being sourced through McConnell Dowell directly and not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.

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