Project Engineer - Tunnel Civil Fitout

The Project

This is a key site-based role responsible for the planning, coordination and delivery of the tunnel civil fitout works, with a particular focus on precast barrier installation, panel and barrier self-delivery, and associated civil works.

You will work closely with the Project Manager, Site Supervisors, subcontractors and broader engineering team to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required quality and programme.

The role

This is a key site-based role responsible for the planning, coordination and delivery of the tunnel civil fitout works, with a particular focus on precast barrier installation, panel and barrier self-delivery, and associated civil works.

You will work closely with the Project Manager, Site Supervisors, subcontractors and broader engineering team to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required quality and programme.

About the Role

As Project Engineer, you will take ownership of the tunnel civil fitout package and provide technical and delivery leadership across the works.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the day-to-day engineering and delivery requirements for the tunnel civil fitout package.
• Planning and coordinating precast barrier installation, including logistics, sequencing and site access.
• Managing panel and barrier self-delivery activities, ensuring materials are available in line with the construction programme.
• Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, plant and resources to maintain project programme and productivity.
• Reviewing construction methodologies, drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Supporting the development and implementation of construction programmes and short-term work plans.
• Monitoring progress, productivity, costs and resource requirements.
• Managing RFIs, technical queries, inspections, ITPs and quality documentation.
• Working closely with the construction team to resolve technical and delivery issues.
• Ensuring works are delivered in accordance with project specifications, quality requirements and safety standards.
• Maintaining accurate project records and providing regular reporting to the Project Manager.
• Identifying construction risks and opportunities and developing practical solutions.
• Providing leadership and mentoring to two Site Engineers who will report directly to you.

About you

You will be an experienced Project Engineer with a strong background in civil infrastructure construction, ideally with experience in tunnels, roads, structures or major transport projects.

You will bring:

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience as a Project Engineer on major civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong construction delivery and project coordination skills.
• Experience working with precast elements, barriers, panels or similar civil/structural components is highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing and site logistics.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple work fronts.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of project cost and programme drivers.
• The ability to lead and develop junior engineers.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach to construction delivery.
• A strong commitment to safety, quality and environmental requirements.

We offer

The role offers genuine responsibility, including two direct-report Site Engineers, and the opportunity to play a key role in delivering complex tunnel civil works from planning through to completion.

Your success is our success, and as an Alliance, we are committed to being an employer of choice in Adelaide.

We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives and ideas are valued as crucial to our long-term success.

We are invested in your future with us and prioritise providing rich career experiences and ongoing development opportunities to support your growth.