At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and deliver civil construction projects while ensuring safety and quality.
- Company: Dynamic civil engineering firm focused on innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Flexible work environment, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and drive continuous improvement in exciting projects.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in civil construction and develop your project management skills.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or significant practical experience required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 $ per year.
This flexible position will be tailored to the successful candidate's strengths, in the areas of estimating, project planning, coordination, delivery, or continuous improvement.
The role supports the successful planning and delivery of civil construction projects across residential development and civil infrastructure sectors, with a strong focus on safety, quality, budget control, program performance, and practical project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities Project Planning & Delivery
- Develop and manage construction programs and schedules.
- Coordinate site activities to meet project milestones.
- Monitor progress and improve productivity.
- Support projects from commencement to completion.
- Cost Management & Contract Administration
- Manage project budgets and costs.
- Assess, price, negotiate, and implement contract variations.
- Support forecasting, cost reporting, and financial reviews.
- Develop cost-effective construction methods.
- Engineering & Technical Support
- Review designs, specifications, and documentation.
- Complete quantity take-offs and verify tender quantities.
- Provide engineering support to resolve site issues.
- Ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
- Procurement & Resource Management
- Procure materials, equipment and subcontractors.
- Coordinate resources to maximise efficiency.
- Develop and improve construction systems and processes.
- Quality, Safety & Compliance
- Conduct site inspections and audits.
- Promote and enforce workplace safety.
- Manage quality assurance and testing programs.
- Ensure works comply with specifications and client requirements.
- Prepare/Assist with estimates and tender submissions.
- Evaluate risks, methodologies, and pricing.
- Contribute to competitive tender proposals.
- Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors.
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction management, or related discipline; or
- Significant practical experience in civil construction project delivery.
Experience Required
- 3 years' experience in a Civil Construction Engineer, Project Engineer, or Project Management role.
• Experience in
- Residential subdivisions
- Pipelaying
- Drainage
- Electrical & NBN conduits
- Civil water & sewer projects
- Technical Skills
- Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and Word).
- Microsoft Project.
- Understanding of civil construction contracts, specifications, and regulations.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
- Personal Attributes
- Self-motivated and highly organised.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Commercial awareness and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
This role is best suited to an engineer with a blend of technical, commercial, project management, and stakeholder management skills within the civil construction industry.
Civil Project Manager/Estimator/Engineer employer: Northern Civil Services
Northern Civil Services offers a flexible work environment tailored to the strengths of its employees, promoting professional growth in civil construction project management. The company emphasizes safety, quality, and budget control, ensuring practical outcomes for projects across residential development and civil infrastructure sectors. With a focus on continuous improvement and efficient resource management, it provides a supportive atmosphere for career advancement.
