Project Engineer

Powerstaff is partnering with a well-established national commercial construction company to recruit an experienced Project Engineer for a major project currently underway in Canberra. This is an excellent opportunity to join a builder delivering high-quality commercial projects with strong systems, supportive leadership, and long-term career pathways.

The Role
As Project Engineer, you will play a key role in the delivery of multiple construction packages, working closely with the Project Manager to drive outcomes across program, cost, quality and safety. You will take ownership of packages from early works through to completion, ensuring smooth coordination across all stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:

• Managing subcontractors and service suppliers to ensure timely, efficient and high-quality delivery
• Developing, maintaining and tracking construction programmes and schedules
• Supporting procurement strategies to ensure materials and services are sourced efficiently and cost-effectively
• Coordinating service trades and construction activities across the site
• Practicing value engineering to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality
• Monitoring progress against project targets for time, cost, quality, safety and client satisfaction
• Supporting site-based HSE requirements and promoting a strong safety culture

About You
You will be a capable and proactive Project Engineer with experience working on large-scale commercial building projects and a strong understanding of construction delivery processes.
You will ideally have:

• 3+ years' experience in a Project Engineer or similar role
• A relevant tertiary qualification (Engineering, Construction Management or similar)
• Experience delivering commercial building projects
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• The ability to coordinate multiple work fronts and service trades
• A team-focused mindset with the confidence to work autonomously when required

What's On Offer

• Permanent role with a stable, well-regarded commercial builder
• Exposure to a significant Canberra-based commercial project
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing training and structured career development
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and flexible working options where possible
• Access to employee benefits and reward programs

Why Powerstaff?
Powerstaff recruits for commercial construction roles across Australia and internationally. We partner with leading builders, developers and consultancies and manage all applications with strict confidentiality.
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