Project Engineer - Structural

About the Company

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.

Downer Energy & Utilities is the integrated trans-Tasman team within Downer that designs, builds, operates and maintains essential networks and infrastructure across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople underpin our delivery capability.

About the Role

Downer is seeking a Structural Project Engineer to support the delivery of construction projects within our Energy and Utilities Water business. Reporting to the Project Manager, this role will provide technical expertise, guidance and advice across project delivery, helping ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with client, community, environmental and legislative requirements.

You will work closely with Construction Managers, Project Managers, Supervisors and Subcontractors, providing practical engineering input across planning, design, procurement, cost control, subcontractor management, quality outcomes and constructability reviews.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise, guidance and advice across project delivery, helping ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with client, community, environmental and legislative requirements.
• Work closely with Construction Managers, Project Managers, Supervisors and Subcontractors, providing practical engineering input across planning, design, procurement, cost control, subcontractor management, quality outcomes and constructability reviews.

About You / Requirements

• An Engineering qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 3+ years’ project engineering experience within the water and/or wastewater industry in SEQ.
• Experience managing subcontractors, developing scopes of work and supporting subcontract agreements.
• Demonstrated ability in financial management and reporting, including budgeting, cost reporting and forecasting.
• The ability to develop and manage schedules while driving quality outcomes in project delivery.
• Clear and concise communication skills, strong organisation and time management capability, and the ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• A thorough approach, strong attention to detail and commitment to working within Downer’s Zero Harm system.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Engineering qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering.

What's On Offer / Benefits

• 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

How to Apply

Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you! 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.