Senior Project Engineer at Downer, Brisbane
Senior Project Engineer at Downer in Brisbane. Full-time. Est. up to $200k. Apply with swipeandhired.
Downer’s Energy & Utilities business is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join our Water team.
This is an opportunity to take a key role in the delivery of complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects, providing technical expertise across planning, design, construction and project delivery. You’ll work closely with Project Managers, engineers, supervisors, subcontractors and clients to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
- Providing technical advice and engineering support across project delivery
- Managing complex projects with multiple work fronts and/or concurrent projects
- Supporting project planning, design reviews, constructability and value engineering
- Monitoring project budgets, costs, forecasts and schedules
- Developing scopes of work and supporting procurement activities
- Managing subcontractors, progress claims, variations, delays and extensions of time
- Supporting quality, safety, environmental and client outcomes
- Building strong relationships with internal teams, clients and key project stakeholders
What we are looking for
- Engineering qualification either Civils/Structural or Mechanical
- 4+ years’ project engineering experience within the water and/or wastewater industry in South East Queensland
- Experience managing subcontractors and developing scopes of work and subcontract agreements
- Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting and reporting
- Experience developing and managing large construction project schedules
- Demonstrated experience driving quality outcomes across complex project delivery
- Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
- The ability to build effective relationships with clients, project teams and other stakeholders
- A strong commitment to safety and Zero Harm
What we offer
- Full time Permanent Site Based role
- Opportunity for career growth with structured frameworks and supportive-inclusive team
- Competitive Salary and Employee Benefits
- Valued and respected position, with supportive and experienced team
- Work for a major ASX-listed company
About Energy & Utilities… Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.
How to apply
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Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.