Senior Project Engineer

About the role

BESIX Watpac is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to coordinate on‑site construction engineering activities for major projects in South Australia, ensuring time and budget objectives are met.

Key responsibilities

• Report to the Project Manager and liaise with Site Managers, Foremen, safety officers and site administration.
• Prepare and monitor project management plans, including traffic, quality, environment, HSEQ systems and registers.
• Attend project hand‑over and start‑up meetings and establish quality controls as per specifications.
• Identify and manage resources for optimum productivity and assist with resource acquisition.
• Handle cost management, cash‑flow predictions, progress claims, variations, EOT and contractual claims.
• Review and implement works programming documentation to meet contractual requirements.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in construction or engineering.
• Excellent communication and strong understanding of project documents, plans and specifications.
• Proven relationship‑building, influencing and organisational skills in high‑pressure environments.
• Prior experience on commercial building projects.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package and long‑term career development.
• Wellbeing Days – three additional leave days per year.
• Awards and Recognition Program.
• Wellbeing program including annual skin checks and flu vaccinations.
• Corporate discounts to gym memberships, meal subscriptions and more.
• Social events and Family Days.