Senior Project Engineer (Construction or Civil)

Senior Project Engineer (Construction or Civil)

Darwin, Australia | Posted on 30/04/2023

Responsibilities

• Ensure site WHS is maintained at all times
• Identification of potential practical cost saving design solutions for review with the Project / Construction Manager
• Check designs and details on plans, any ambiguity to be followed up and resolved with the relevant authority
• Keep records relating to and maintain contact and communication with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and local authorities
• Chair and manage regular Subcontractor meetings on site, ensure minutes are prepared and distributed in a timely manner
• Coordinate subcontractor planning to ensure adherence to project objectives
• Material procurement in accordance with the project purchasing procedure and limits of authority
• Assess plant and labour resource requirements for project and communicate recommendations to the Project / Construction Manager
• Manage and verify site setout and survey, including the establishment of adequate control and recovery datum
• Develop processes for deficient areas as work progresses
• Provide leadership and direction to site personnel ensuring project team works efficiently and effectively, with team members covering roles in other jobs when necessary
• Foster, lead and promote good project culture presenting a collaborative environment of high morale
• Regularly communicate with the Project / Construction Manager and project staff on project performance, risk and opportunity including current and potential construction issues
• Resolve problems in conjunction with the Project / Construction Manager where necessary
• Manage the immediate impacts of matters pertaining to industrial relations, prior to escalation in accordance with company process and procedures
• Supervise project staff and subcontractors
• Maintain site standards at all times
• In undertaking your role you must maintain the ability to access the project work site either permanently or at intervals required by the project as mandated by the Director’s
• Promote the company’s image at all times

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years in the construction industry with middle level experience
• Nationally Recognised Construction Induction
• Recognised Degree
• Minimum of 5 years in estimating, administration and project management
• Or other relevant qualification
• Or other relevant industry experience
• Complete understanding of:
  • Construction or civil materials and methods
  • Project programming
  • Management and planning skills