Project Engineer

Posted 23 Days Ago
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Brisbane, Queensland, AUS
In-Office
Mid level
HR Tech • Professional Services
The Role
Manage operational and commercial delivery of concrete pumping projects: prepare quotes, review contracts, approve progress claims, control costs and variations, coordinate technical/engineering setups for placing booms, develop safe work methods, and lead negotiations on variations and disputes to ensure profitable project outcomes.
Summary Generated by Built In

Are you a results-driven Project Engineer wanting to work with the largest and most diverse fleet of concrete pumping equipment in Australia?

Join a growing, market leading company that looks after its team

We're seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Engineer to manage the operational and commercial aspects of our key projects. 

Why Join Us?

  • Industry Leadership: work for one of the biggest names in concrete pumping with a modern, high-capacity fleet
  • Impactful Role: your decisions will directly influence the success and profitability of major commercial and infrastructure projects
  • Growth Potential: we invest in our people and offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience
  • Join a company that really looks after its employees
  • Great team atmosphere - enjoy coming to work again!

The role

This is a critical, hands-on role requiring a blend of technical expertise, commercial acumen and strong coordination skills. Key tasks include:

  • Quotes: analyse project plans & specifications; generate accurate & competitive quotations for concrete pumping services, boom placement, line pumping & ancillary equipment
  • Contracts: review key contracts; identify & mitigate risks
  • Progress Claims: sign off on monthly & periodic progress claims; monitor & track project costs & variations to ensure accurate billing & profitability
  • Technical Coordination: plan complex concrete placing boom setups & liaise with customers, managers, engineers and rigging crews to optimise site setup
  • Project Engineering: coordinate concrete pumping equipment engineering for projects with stakeholders, provide technical support & engineering input for complex pumping operations; develop safe work methods & plans specific to concrete pumping & boom operations
  • Lead Negotiations: confidently lead negotiations on variations, claims & disputes, ensuring favourable commercial outcomes for our business.

What are we looking for

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent relevant qualification)
  • Proven experience in a Project Engineering, Contract Administration or Estimating role - ideally within the construction, formwork or concrete industry
  • Strong understanding of contract law principles (specifically Australian construction contracts)
  • Exceptional organisational, communication and negotiation skills
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
  • Commercial acumen with a problem solving mindset
  • Will consider a high performing industry junior on the rise

Who are we

Based at Slacks Creek, Specialised Concrete Pumping (SCP) is an industry leading concrete pumping specialist that operates nationally and offers one of the largest and most diverse fleet of concrete pumping equipment in Australia. SCP’s core business is concrete pumping and has earned us the reputation of being undisputed market and industry leaders. We operate one of the largest placing boom fleets in Australia and are proud to deliver specialised concrete pumping methodologies that few others in the industry can provide.

We value Safety, Teamwork, Communication, Excellence, Professionalism, Workmanship, Equipment, Respect and Fun.

Ready to grow your career with the best in the business? Apply now.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
  • Proven experience in Project Engineering, Contract Administration, or Estimating (construction/formwork/concrete preferred)
  • Strong understanding of Australian construction contract law principles
  • Exceptional organisational, communication and negotiation skills
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
  • Commercial acumen and problem-solving mindset
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What We Do

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