Project Engineer

Help us shape the nation.

UGL Defence has been awarded the Asset Management, Operations and Maintenance contract for the Defence Fuels Network (DFN)-a critical national infrastructure supporting Australia's Defence capability.

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our team at supporting Australia's Defence fuel infrastructure. This is a unique opportunity to work within a high-profile Defence environment, contributing directly to the operational readiness and national security of Australia.

About the role

Based in our North Sydney office with occasional travel required, the Project Engineer works closely with discipline engineers, contractors, suppliers, and key stakeholders to ensure project objectives are achieved, with a strong focus on compliance, reporting, and overall project performance.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with DFN Engineering, Projects, Operations, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams

• Participate in project review meetings, contributing to scope definition, constructability reviews, cost and schedule development, and delivery strategies

• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to coordinate labour, equipment, and materials required for project execution

• Work closely with UGL Managers, Superintendents, and Supervisors to ensure effective resource planning, material availability, and delivery execution

• Demonstrate strong leadership in managing internal and external relationships to drive successful project delivery

• Develop and manage project scope, ensuring changes are controlled and documented in accordance with approved variation processes

• Work with Supply Chain to develop and implement procurement strategies, including subcontractor and supplier engagement

• Oversee contractor and supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual, technical, and safety requirements

• Cost Management: Prepare cost estimates, manage budgets, track expenditures, and report on cost performance

• Schedule Management: Develop and maintain project schedules in collaboration with schedulers, providing regular updates and progress reporting

• Reporting: Prepare and deliver accurate, timely, and insightful project reports covering cost, schedule, risk, and performance metrics

• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage project risks and opportunities to minimise impact and support delivery outcomes

• Information Management: Ensure project data and documentation are managed within established systems and comply with governance requirements

About You

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering or equivalent

• Diplomas or certifications in Project Management are advantageous

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role, preferably within LNG and Oil & Gas facilities, Petrochemicals; experience in other heavy industries (e.g., mining) will also be considered

• Proven track record in delivering multiple projects or a portfolio of works on time and within budget

• Strong capability in collaborating with site engineering teams to develop project scopes, plans, and cost estimates

• Demonstrated experience in managing and delivering multiple multi-disciplinary projects concurrently

• Sound understanding and practical application of project controls principles, including Earned Value Management (EVM), S-curves, cost-to-complete, burn rates, and forecasting

• To meet Defence clearance requirements, applicants must hold Australian Citizenship.

About UGL

As a member of the CIMIC Group of companies, we value diversity in our team's backgrounds, ideas, work styles.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.

What we offer

Enjoy access to flexible working arrangements

Benefit from 16 weeks of paid primary parental leave.

Complimentary salary continuance insurance.

Discounted Medibank health insurance.

Shape your career with an Individual Development Plan.

Participate in our Wellness Program with AIA Vitality.

Access our OneRewards Discount Program.

How to apply

If this role sounds like you, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts. We will get in touch if you are shortlisted for this opportunity.

Please note: As part of the recruitment process, relevant screening checks will be conducted. These may include reference checks, verification of the right to work in Australia, a national criminal history check, anti-money laundering checks, and a pre-employment medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening).

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