Project Engineer (Marine)

About the role

McMahon Services is looking for a Project Engineer (Marine) to join its Engineering & Projects team at Dry Creek, South Australia. Reporting to the Construction Manager and working with Project Managers, you will support the delivery of marine-related construction and engineering projects, from planning and scheduling to site presence and quality assurance. The role suits someone with 3-5 years' relevant experience who enjoys hands-on engineering work.

Key responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in planning, coordination and delivery of marine projects
• Provide technical engineering advice and review drawings, designs, specifications and construction documentation
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and site personnel, and manage labour, plant, equipment and materials
• Assist with project programming, scheduling, cost monitoring, procurement, contract administration and reporting
• Maintain project records, site diaries and progress reports
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal stakeholders
• Identify risks, delays and technical issues and support quality assurance, inspections and WHSEQ compliance

Required profile

• 3-5 years' experience as a Project Engineer or similar, in construction, engineering, infrastructure or marine projects
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline
• Understanding of construction methodologies, project planning and scheduling, and of Australian Standards and WHSEQ
• Current driver's licence and Construction Industry White Card; ability to obtain project security clearances where required
• Advantageous: previous marine construction experience, port/harbour work, Defence or government projects, and Pronto, InEight, Aconex or Procore experience

Required skills

• Interpretation of engineering drawings, technical specifications and contract documentation
• Project cost monitoring, procurement and reporting
• Microsoft Office and project management systems
• Strong technical problem-solving, organisation and communication skills

What we offer

• Permanent full-time position based at Dry Creek, South Australia
• Long-term career progression toward Senior Project Engineer and Project Manager roles
• Ongoing learning and development through the MAC Learning Academy
• Exposure to all stages of project delivery in a supportive team