Senior Project Engineer

besix· Building Works
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📍 Adelaide, SA, AustraliaFull time

About this role

Company Description

With over a century of heritage in Australia, BESIX Watpac is a builder deeply ingrained in the local construction landscape. We’re building what matters, with an exciting portfolio of projects across all sectors – from stadiums and venues to complex industrial facilities, hospitals and secure infrastructure, including defence. Our footprint spans Australia and New Zealand, where we continue to deliver projects that leave a lasting legacy in the communities they serve. Our people are the beating heart of what we do, and the passion they bring each day drives our success, to build the best together.

Job Description

With several secured major projects in the pipeline, BESIX Watpac are looking for an Senior Project Engineer to join our team in South Australia. Your role will be responsible for coordinating on-site construction engineering activities to achieve project time and budget objectives. Key responsibilities will include but not limited to;

  • Report to the Project Manager for the discharge of duties; liaise with Site Managers, Foreman, safety officer, site administration and other project roles.
  • Preparation and monitoring of project management plans including traffic, quality and environment plans, work methodologies, HSEQ project systems and registers.
  • Attendance at project hand-over and start- up meetings.
  • Establishment and monitoring of quality levels and controls as per specifications and project management plans in addition to reporting variances and rectifying quality defects.
  • Identify and manage project resources for optimum productivity and assist Project Manager during start up to acquire resources.
  • Cost management and reporting including preparation of project reports, cash flow predictions and progress claims, variation, EOT and contractual claims for the client.
  • Review, revise, interpret and implement all requirements listed within works programming documentation to meet contractual requirements and to ensure efficiency and productivity.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have the following skills and experience:

  • A tertiary qualification within construction or engineering.
  • Excellent communication skills and a sound understanding of project documents, plans and specifications
  • Strong relationship building, influencing and organisation skills, with an ability to deliver results in a high pressure environment.
  • Prior experience working on commercial building projects is required.

Additional Information

Along with a competitive remuneration package and long-term career development opportunities, our employees enjoy access to the following benefits:

  • Wellbeing Days - three additional leave days per year.
  • Awards and Recognition Program, rewarding employees who bring our values to life.
  • Access to a wellbeing program including annual skin checks and flu vaccinations.
  • Corporate discounts to gym memberships, meal subscriptions and more.
  • Social events and Family Days.

At BESIX Watpac, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone is valued, supported and respected. By embracing all ages, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, education and appearance, our people feel safe, empowered, and motivated to be their best.  If you’re excited about this role but don’t tick all the boxes, we encourage you to apply if you have transferable skills and believe you would be a great fit with BESIX Watpac.

Join our talented and passionate team delivering once-in-a-generation projects.

BESIX Watpac acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, and pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging.

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This Senior Project Engineer role at besix is based in Adelaide, SA, Australia. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Senior Project Engineer role at besix full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Senior Project Engineer role in the Building Works department at besix.
Which team or department does the Senior Project Engineer at besix belong to?
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This Senior Project Engineer position at besix was posted on Sep 21, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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