Description:
Austral Construction is an established Engineering Contractor providing services to the Mining and Infrastructure sectors. We have a strong and proud history of delivering diverse projects on time and on budget and we embrace and execute our mission statement; ‘To deliver safe, sustainable, high-quality projects and services which uphold our core values and the ‘Austral Construction’ legacy’.
Austral Construction is owned by global geotechnical engineering company, Keller Group plc .
We are currently seeking experienced Project Engineers from a civil background to join our Project Team to assist on a pipeline of projects in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Working a 2/1 Roster to the Pilbara you will play a key role in the success of our projects by working closely with the Project Managers, Site Supervisors and other construction personnel while demonstrating and utilising your project administration skills.
Main duties will include (but are not limited to):
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Liaise with clients on tender queries, and design, construction and contract issues,
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Brief subcontractors on construction plans and delegate responsibilities,
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Review tender documents and preliminary designs for alternative solutions,
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Prepare cash flow budgets and reconciliations,
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Provide technical advice and solutions ensuring quality control & assurance is maintained for the delivery of works in your area,
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Proactively provide input and support in the maintenance of a safe workplace,
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Manage information and conduct appropriate monitoring and reporting duties.
Position requirements:
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Preferably a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar site-based role with experience in delivery of earthworks projects,
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Tertiary Qualifications in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a similar field,
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Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications,
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Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, and a genuine concern for health, safety and the environment,
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Developed analytical and problem-solving skills while adhering to deadlines,
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Team player mindset with the ability to develop strong internal and external relationships,
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Competent in the use of planning software such as MS Project, P6 and Pronto.
What’s on offer:
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Project Engineering role - preferably Perth-based and willing to undertake a 2:1 FIFO roster arrangement,
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Highly attractive salary + 41% uplift on base salary,
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Exposure to technically challenging projects,
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Opportunities for growth and progression,
Successful candidates will be required to pass a full medical, online tests and inductions.
If this position sounds like the challenging & rewarding role that you have been seeking, please apply and attach a current CV detailing your suitability for the role.
Should you have any questions please call Mark Wood on 0437 929 344.
Austral Construction is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQ+ and other diversity groups.