Site Engineer/Project Engineer

About the role
Join a growing specialist subcontractor delivering high-quality cladding, façade and metalwork packages across major commercial construction projects in Canberra and the surrounding region.

With a strong reputation in the market and a solid pipeline of secured work, this is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Project Engineer to play a key role in the successful delivery of complex façade projects.

Working closely with Project Managers, site teams, builders, consultants, and subcontractors, you’ll be involved across the full project lifecycle — from procurement and coordination through to installation and project completion.

The Role
As a Project Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating the delivery of cladding and façade packages across multiple projects
• Managing subcontractors, suppliers, and procurement activities
• Assisting with project planning, programming, and reporting
• Monitoring project costs, variations, and forecasting
• Coordinating shop drawings, RFIs, and technical documentation
• Liaising with builders, consultants, architects, and site teams
• Supporting quality assurance and compliance processes
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget

About You
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• A degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline
• Previous experience as a Project Engineer within commercial construction or specialist subcontracting
• Exposure to cladding, façades, curtain wall, aluminium, or building envelope projects is highly regarded
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and project delivery
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities

What’s On Offer

• Opportunity to work on landmark commercial projects across Canberra
• Join a respected specialist subcontractor with strong industry relationships
• Long-term career progression and development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Competitive salary package based on experience

For more information contact Sophie Potts at Design & Build Recruitment on [0468 927 182](tel:0468 927 182) / [email protected]
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