Cranfield Group – CCS
Senior Project Engineer
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
Arncliffe NSW 2205, Australia
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
4 September 2026
What they need
Senior Project Engineer
Bulk & Detailed Excavation
Greater Sydney
$150,000 - $160,000 + Super + Vehicle
An established and growing civil contractor is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join their team working across bulk and detailed excavation projects throughout Sydney.
This is a genuine opportunity to join a business on an upward trajectory, with a clear pathway for candidates looking to progress into management.
About the Business
Our client is a well-regarded civil contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex excavation, civil works, remediation and demolition projects across Sydney. They work closely with tier-one builders including John Holland, CPB Contractors and Hutchinson.
The Role
Reporting into senior project leadership, you'll take ownership of the engineering and delivery of bulk and detailed excavation packages.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the engineering and delivery of bulk and detailed excavation works across live sites
- Liaise directly with tier-one client representatives (builders/head contractors) on program, quality and commercial matters
- Develop and manage project programs, methodologies and resourcing plans
- Coordinate plant, equipment and subcontractor requirements to meet project milestones
- Monitor project costs, variations and progress against budget
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality and environmental requirements on site
- Support and mentor junior engineering and site staff
- Contribute to tendering, planning and pre-construction activities as required
About You
- Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering (or related discipline)
- Proven experience as a Project Engineer within civil construction, ideally with exposure to bulk and/or detailed excavation
- Experience working with or alongside tier-one builders highly regarded
- Strong understanding of civil construction methodology, programming and cost control
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach with genuine ambition to progress into a management role
- Current driver's licence
What's on Offer
- Regular salary and performance reviews
- A clear pathway toward project management as the business continues to grow
- Exposure to major tier-one civil and excavation projects across Sydney
- A supportive, "can-do" team culture built on safety and high standards
- Genuine long-term career opportunity with a business investing in its people
Apply
If you would be interested in finding out more information please click "Apply" and forward your updated resume. Alternatively, call our Business Lead, Kyle for a confidential chat on [0482 096 006](tel:0482 096 006).
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