Project Engineer

The City of Subiaco is going through a transformation with significant change and evolution in terms of residential options, the commercial sector, retail, entertainment, leisure and recreation. Navigating this change in partnership with the community, businesses and stakeholders, whilst also celebrating Subiaco’s heritage, history and culture is an exciting challenge.

About the Role
The City of Subiaco is recruiting a Project Engineer to join the Engineering Services branch on a permanent full-time basis. This role sits in the Engineering Services branch and will assist with the design and delivery of civil engineering projects and capital works.

The key responsibilities of this role include:

• Assist the Principal Engineer with the design and delivery of engineering projects/capital works program.
• Monitor and ensure all projects are completed on time, on budget and to the specified quality in accordance with the City's standard policies and procedures.
• Ensure quality control is effectively managed including enforcement of non-conformance, if quality is not adhered.
• Liaise and coordinate with internal and external customers during all phases of the projects. 
• Manage site briefing to the contractors for project scope.
• Develop budgets and cost estimates.
• Review contract documentation, specifications for infrastructure assets.
• Preparation of tender documentation for infrastructure assets including liaising with WALGA to manage contracts.
• Providing a high standard of customer service to the city rate payers to keep them abreast with the project’s scope and timeline, including addressing their concerns during planning and execution stages. 
• Assist the Principal Engineer and Senior Project Engineer for the preparation of MRRG funding submissions and other funding applications.
• Prepare an annual report on the assessment of the condition of roads, footpaths, street lighting, including CCTV inspection reports for drainage infrastructure. 
• Support the Asset Management team in updating the infrastructure inventory and condition ratings for various assets as required. 
• Report year-to-date (YTD) expenditure on capital works projects as requested by the Principal Engineer for acquittal purposes. 
• Attending capital works meetings and providing updates on projects to the team.
• Any other duties as required.

Further information about this position can be found on the position description, found with this advertisement on the City's website.

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in engineering or equivalent qualification with the eligibility for membership to the Institute of Engineers of Australia 
• Extensive experience in Project Management in Local Government industry or in the similar field.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in Contracts Management.
• Demonstrated Skills and knowledge in preparing contract documentation, specifications and reviewing the existing tender documentation and specifications.
• Highly developed skills in preparing estimates and budgetary measures.
• Comprehensive skills and knowledge in Road construction industry including Drainage and Buildings and relevant statutory requirements.
• Excellent leadership, team building and management skills
• Advanced computer literacy skills and experience in the effective usage of project management module preferably Microsoft projects.
• Ability to demonstrate a genuine commitment and responsiveness in providing the highest quality of customer service.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience in supervising staff and managing consultants/contractors.
• Experience and knowledge of the Occupational Health and safety Act and standards relevant to Local Government Industry.
  Desirable criteria:
• Sound knowledge and understanding of WALGA contracts
• Sound knowledge of Local Government legislation, principles and procedures.

Salary Package
In line with the City of Subiaco Inside Staff Industrial Agreement 2025, this position is classified as a Level 8. The salary range is $126,477.00 to $135,088.20 per annum, exclusive of superannuation.

Working for the City of Subiaco
The City of Subiaco’s culture is community-focused, collaborative, inclusive and safety-oriented. On joining the team, you’ll receive great benefits, including training and development opportunities to expand your talents. Whether you’re located in an office or out in the field, everyone who works at the City reflects the values of Supportive, United, Bold and Impactful. 
Benefits to help you a achieve a positive work-life balance include, but are not limited to:

• Up to 5 weeks annual leave plus the option to accrue time in lieu.
• Sustainable travel allowance, or a parking permit.
• Free membership to Lords Recreation Centre.
• Superannuation co-contributions.
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• 24/7 employee assistance programme.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Novated lease and salary packaging options. 
  See what other benefits the City can offer you on the City's website.

Enquiries about this role can be made to Randhir Karma – Manager Engineering Services  at [email protected]
For further assistance and queries regarding the application process, please contact our HR team at [email protected]

Application Process:
To apply for this position, please click apply and follow the prompts to submit your application. You will be asked to upload a CV and cover letter to support your application. 
To be considered for the role, it is essential that you demonstrate in your application how you meet the essential requirements. You should ensure that the information you provide in your application is relevant to the job role and is a true and accurate reflection of your experience and skill set. 
As an equal opportunity employer, people of diverse backgrounds, genders, cultures, differing abilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply. We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity and are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment in which everyone is included and treated fairly with respect.

Closing Date:
Thursday 29 October 2026. The City of Subiaco reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the commencement date. The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early. If you are interested in this position, please submit an application as early as possible. 
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.