Project Engineer

Project engineer working on a mix of housing projects
Project Engineer
Civil Engineering

Your new company
This is an opportunity to join a large and well-regarded government organisation delivering essential housing and infrastructure services across a significant property portfolio. The organisation plays a key role in providing safe, secure and affordable housing, while working closely with stakeholders to improve community outcomes and address housing challenges. You will be part of a collaborative and purpose-driven team that values technical expertise, continuous improvement and strong stakeholder engagement.

Your new role
As a Project Engineer, you will support the delivery of complex engineering upgrade projects across a diverse residential asset portfolio. Working closely with senior engineers and project teams, you will contribute technical expertise, coordinate project activities and help ensure upgrades are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Providing technical engineering advice (civil, structural or hydraulics) on new and existing assets
  • Managing engineering elements of upgrade projects from concept through to completion
  • Reviewing designs, reports and specifications, and providing recommendations
  • Coordinating consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders across projects
  • Identifying project risks and implementing mitigation strategies
  • Supporting inspection programmes and professional services delivery
  • Tracking project progress, reporting on performance and maintaining accurate records
  • Contributing to continuous improvement by sharing best practice and lessons learnt
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
  • Qualifications in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Demonstrated experience working within a residential property or asset environment
  • Strong project management capability across complex engineering works
  • Ability to analyse technical issues and provide practical, evidence-based solutions
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders
  • Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
  • Sound understanding of risk management, compliance and engineering standards
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
What you'll get in return
In return, you will join a supportive and collaborative team environment within a large organisation delivering meaningful projects that impact communities. This role offers the opportunity to:
  • Work on diverse and technically challenging upgrade programmes
  • Build your experience within a high-profile property portfolio
  • Engage with experienced engineers and industry professionals
  • Contribute to projects that deliver real social value
  • Access ongoing learning and development opportunities
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now for a confidential discussion.

Max Wheeler
Max.wheeler@hays.com.au


LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Contract
Industry
Engineering
Location
NSW - Sydney CBD
Specialism
Engineering
Pay
PAYG: $62.18 per hour + superABN: $62.18 per hour
Ref:
3001646

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Max Wheeler, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Sydney City
Level 14, Chifley Tower, 2 Chifley Square

Telephone: +61 2 8860 1600

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