Project Engineer – Civil / Structural – Transmission

Project Engineer – Civil / Structural (Transmission Infrastructure)
If you're a Civil or Structural Project Engineer with experience delivering transmission, utilities, energy, mining or major infrastructure projects and enjoy being at the forefront of construction delivery, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a significant energy infrastructure project in Western Australia.

NES Fircroft is partnering with a leading infrastructure organisation delivering a major transmission project in regional WA. Due to ongoing project requirements, we are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support the successful delivery of critical civil and structural works associated with new transmission infrastructure and network connections.

Job Title: Project Engineer – Civil / Structural (Transmission Infrastructure)
Location: Approximately 2 hours from Perth 
Salary: Circa $150,000 - $160,000 package depending on experience
Length: Fixed-Term Contract
Roster: Monday to Friday, Site Based
Accommodation: Provided 
Additional Benefits: Daily site allowance

The Role
This is a hands-on project delivery role where you'll be embedded within a live construction environment, supporting the delivery of transmission infrastructure works from construction through to completion.

Working closely with project managers, contractors, consultants and engineering teams, you'll be responsible for coordinating technical activities, managing construction interfaces, resolving engineering issues and ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with project requirements.

The role is ideally suited to an engineer who enjoys a strong site presence and can effectively bridge the gap between design and construction teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide civil and structural engineering support throughout project construction activities.
• Support the delivery of transmission infrastructure and associated civil works.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Conduct site inspections and construction verification activities.
• Ensure works are completed in accordance with approved designs, specifications and relevant standards.
• Manage RFIs, technical queries, engineering changes and contractor submissions.
• Support QA/QC processes, inspections, documentation and project close-out activities.
• Identify and resolve construction and engineering challenges on site.
• Coordinate activities between contractors, consultants, designers and project teams.
• Monitor construction progress, identify project risks and assist with mitigation strategies.
• Support commissioning, handover and defect management activities.
• Promote strong safety and quality outcomes across the project.

Key Experience

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Project Engineer, Site Engineer or similar position.
• Strong site-based construction experience.
• Experience delivering civil and structural infrastructure projects.
• Previous exposure to transmission, utilities, renewable energy, mining or major infrastructure projects.
• Experience reviewing drawings, specifications and construction documentation.
• Demonstrated experience managing RFIs, technical queries and engineering changes.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Practical, proactive and solutions-focused approach to engineering challenges.
• Ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced construction environment.

Highly Regarded Experience

• Transmission line construction projects.
• Overhead powerline infrastructure.
• Tower foundations, structural installations and associated civil works.
• Transmission line stringing activities.
• Substation or grid connection projects.
• Renewable energy developments.
• Utility or network infrastructure projects.
• EPC or EPCM project environments.
• Experience working to Australian standards and network requirements.

Why This Role?
This opportunity offers the chance to play a key role in the delivery of critical energy infrastructure while gaining exposure to a large-scale transmission project in Western Australia.

You'll join a project-focused team delivering essential infrastructure in a collaborative environment where engineering input and practical problem solving are highly valued.

Additional benefits include:

• Site accommodation provided for the duration of the assignment.
• Daily site allowance.
• Exposure to major transmission and energy infrastructure projects.
• Long-term project involvement with strong delivery teams.
• Opportunity to work across both technical and construction interfaces.

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With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.