The Project Engineer is responsible for providing co-ordination throughout all phases of construction project. Depending on the project in hand; tender responsibilities, design coordination and site supervision will all form part of the role.

Role and Responsibilities

Operate at all times in accordance with the company’s values

Operations

• Assist the Project Manager/Coordinator to implement the Integrated Management Plan
• Manage project design finalization where applicable:
• Manage consultants by setting standards, deliverables, objectives and holding people accountable for meeting them
• Develop and implement design program and work with the project team to ensure design deliverables do not delay project delivery
• Undertake and manage services coordination to ensure it is integrated in all construction documentation
• Manage DA and authority approvals where applicable
• Undertake the following when fulfilling the Site Supervisor role on project:
• Develop and implement construction and short range programs
• Review design details and raise RFI’s to obtain required design information from the project consultant team
• Run weekly subcontractors meeting on applicable projects
• Monitor, status and review programs to ensure time requirements are met providing regular progress reports to the Project Manager & Construction Manager
• Monitor and inspect the work of sub-contractors to ensure quality of work, adherence to schedules and satisfactory completion of works
• Manage the rectification of defects and satisfactory completion of work in line with Xenia’s aim of defect free Practical Completion on all projects
• Consult with sub-contractor and consultants to resolve day-to-day construction and design issues
• Maintain an up-to-date daily Site Diary
• Manage the sample approval process where required
• Review shop drawings and manage the approval process

Financial

• Adhere to financial procedures including requisition and approval requirements
• Assist administration staff in monthly review of subcontractor progress claims where required
• Contribution to developing the scope of works prior to letting of sub contractor packages and ensure subcontractors deliver in accordance with their scope
• Manage site works to minimise variations wherever possible
• Ensure no day labour is engaged or variation works directed without Project Manager Approval
• Obtain competitive prices for purchase orders and take all reasonable measures to ensure they remain in budget
• Monitor the progress of sub-contractors on site and ensure correct implementation of design
• Manage the procurement schedule and provide regular reports to the Project Manager

People

• Review and mentor cadets/assistant administrators/site engineers

Customer

• Operate at all times in accordance with Xenia’s business philosophy of the client being recognized as a true partner, and Xenia as a service provider
• Ensure sub-contractors are aware of Xenia’s commitment to the client
• Liaise with the client, the client’s agent or end users as determined by the Project Manager
• Communicate relevant project information as appropriate to consultants, authorities, sub-contractors and project staff

Skills and Experience

Essential Knowledge & Experience (Role Specific)

• Background in Engineering, Construction and Delivery process
• Knowledge of Engineering and Building Principles
• Ability to read drawings
• Knowledge of the Building Code of Australia
• Knowledge of Design, Estimating and Procurement
• Knowledge of the payments act relevant to the area of employment

Essential Competencies and Training

• Prior to commencing employment:
• Bachelor Degree – relevant fields including Engineering or Construction Management
• General Industry Induction – White Card
• NSW Drivers Licence
• First Aid Training
• Within six months of commencing employment (provided by Xenia):
• Procore Certification
• QBCC Site Supervisor Licence

What's Next

​If interested or you would like to hear more information on this role, email Alan [email protected], or phone 087 120 9681 or apply through our link.

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