Project Engineer

Project Engineer
Sydney, NSW 

Core Talent are currently working with a number of established Tier 2 and Tier 3 civil contractors operating across Sydney and nationally, who are looking to appoint experienced Project Engineers to their growing project teams.

These are genuine opportunities to join well-established businesses delivering a diverse range of civil infrastructure and building-related civil works across Sydney.

Depending on the project and contractor, your experience may include:

• Bulk earthworks and detailed excavation
• Stormwater drainage and hydraulic infrastructure
• Road construction and pavement works
• Kerb and gutter
• FRP / concrete structures
• Piling and groundworks
• Deep excavation and basement construction
• Retaining structures and associated civil works
• General civil infrastructure and enabling works

You’ll work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, subcontractors and consultants, taking ownership of engineering, project delivery, commercial outcomes and technical coordination.

About You

We’re looking for experienced Project Engineers with proven Australian civil construction experience, ideally within the Tier 2 / Tier 3 contractor market.
You will ideally demonstrate:

• Proven experience as a Project Engineer within Australian civil construction
• Previous experience working for a Tier 2 or Tier 3 contractor
• Strong exposure to one or more of the disciplines listed above
• A demonstrated track record of longevity and stability in previous roles
• Strong understanding of project delivery, planning, quality, safety and commercial processes
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Full Australian working rights
• A valid Australian driver's licence

Most importantly, we're looking for engineers who have built a solid track record in the Australian market and are looking to take the next step with an established contractor.

What's On Offer

These roles offer the opportunity to join reputable mid-tier contractors with:

• Strong and secure project pipelines
• Interesting and technically challenging civil projects
• Supportive project teams and experienced leadership
• Opportunities for career progression
• Competitive salary packages
• Long-term employment opportunities
• Projects across Sydney and, for some businesses, nationally

Interested?
Apply now with your CV, or contact Megan Thomas at Core Talent on 0422 180 923 for a confidential chat about your experience, and the market. 

#SCR-megan-thomas

Consultant

megan.thomas@coretalent.com.au

Reference number: BH-28029
Profession:CivilProject Management

Company: Core Talent
Date posted: 22nd Sep, 2026