Senior Project Engineer - Civil Infrastructure & Building Construction

About the role

McMahon Services is looking for an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join its growing Darwin team, supporting the delivery of civil infrastructure and building construction projects across the Northern Territory. The role suits someone who enjoys being close to project delivery, solving complex construction challenges and taking ownership of technical and engineering outcomes. It involves working with Project Managers, construction teams and commercial professionals, and mentoring junior engineers.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate engineering activities across civil infrastructure and building construction projects
• Manage project documentation, including RFIs, technical submittals, inspection and test plans, quality records and project reporting
• Support project financial performance through cost monitoring, forecasting and expenditure control
• Develop and manage project programmes, schedules and construction methodologies
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, consultants and site personnel
• Monitor progress, productivity, quality and contractual requirements; identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Manage procurement, including subcontractor engagement and materials coordination
• Lead design reviews and manage technical interfaces between consultants, subcontractors and construction teams
• Provide technical advice, resolve complex construction challenges and identify value engineering opportunities
• Mentor Project Engineers and junior engineers, and work with Project Managers on safe, commercially successful delivery

Required profile

• Degree in Civil, Structural, Construction Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience as a Senior or experienced Project Engineer on civil infrastructure and/or building construction projects
• Experience coordinating and delivering complex or large-scale construction works
• Commercial awareness, including cost control, forecasting and contract administration
• Experience mentoring junior engineers
• Australian citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance, as the role supports Defence-related projects

Required skills

• Project planning, programming, procurement and subcontractor management
• Knowledge of construction methodologies, engineering standards and project delivery requirements
• Procore, Aconex, MS Project or Primavera P6, or similar project management software
• Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills

What we offer

• Attractive salary package and employee benefits
• Relocation assistance may be available for suitable interstate candidates
• Genuine long-term career progression into Project Management and construction leadership
• Ongoing learning and development through the MAC Learning Academy