Project Engineer - Regional Job, In South Australia

About the Role:

Davies Stewart are partnering with McMahon Services to recruit for a Project Engineer in the regions of South Australia. As a Project Engineer, you will report to the Senior Project Engineer/Project Manager and be...

More About: Project Engineer - Regional

About the Role:

Davies Stewart are partnering with McMahon Services to recruit for a Project Engineer in the regions of South Australia. As a Project Engineer, you will report to the Senior Project Engineer/Project Manager and be responsible for working on project plans, establishing project criteria, coordinating project reviews.

The McMahon Service's Civil & Infrastructure team has secured some of the most exciting projects across regional South Australia.

From projects located in Kangaroo Island across to Whyalla and Woomera (Northern Regions), there is no shortage of work.

The successful candidate will be involved with civil construction, primarily having skills in road construction and civil remediation work, civil landscaping, concrete, electrical, and security works.

This is an amazing opportunity to join and grow your career with a large privately owned company and further be involved in some of the most major civil infrastructure projects for the future.


About McMahon Services:

McMahon Services is one of Australia's largest privately-owned construction, industrial and environmental services organisations. As a national business, they operate from city centres through to remote locations and directly employ over 1,200 people across Australia and New Zealand.

With a focus on customer needs, investment and self-delivery, McMahon Services has continued to grow over 30 years to become one of the largest and most diverse privately owned construction and services companies.

McMahon Services is committed to long-term employment rather than just for projects. They are a family business and pride themselves on their values of reputation, integrity, safety and excellence to deliver exceptional outcomes for their customers.

Their people are central to what they do. Their work environment is positive, collaborative, and open, and they operate as a team. McMahon Services are firmly committed to looking after the success and wellbeing of their staff, from safety in the workplace through to professional development, ongoing training, and equal opportunities. 


What McMahon Services can offer:

  • Attractive and competitive salary with a Project Uplift
  • Living Away from Home Allowance
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement
  • Work across a diverse range of projects and customers
  • Full-time permanent position


Key Responsibilities:

-Project management

  • Support the project manager in managing all aspects of the project
  • Analyse and document project needs, goals, and objectives
  • Provide a focal point for all construction-based queries and advise subcontractors/suppliers
  • Prepare and submit technical RFI's.
  • Participate in project progress meetings
  • Assist with the preparation of the project programs


-Commercial, Procurement and Contract Management

  • Track budget and schedule, make adjustments to reach goals
  • Assist in preparing Notices of Delay, variations and EOT submissions.
  • Assist in preparing Progress Claims to ensure claims are submitted in accordance with individual project contractual Terms & Conditions


-Stakeholder management

  • Support and manage an effective relationship and communication with all relevant stakeholders
  • Analyse customer project needs and address them in alignment with Company values


Skills & Experience:

  • Strong communication skills including the ability to collaborate with others
  • Strong work ethic and a can-do attitude
  • Proven experience in structural/infrastructure project
  • Tertiary Qualifications in Engineering and/or Project Management
  • Experience in contract administration and management
  • Knowledge of the engineering industry and Australian Standards is required
  • Proficiency in using project management suite of software ERP systems and project management platforms


Why join McMahon Services:

  • Competitive salary package
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
  • Strong commitment to safety and well-being
  • A culture of innovation and continuous improvement


Apply Now

To register your interest, please forward your current resume and cover letter via the application link.

Your confidential application will be acknowledged by email and shortlisted applicants will be contacted by phone from the Davies Stewart team.

For a confidential conversation please contact our office | 08 8232 8008

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Location: Australia, South Australia, South Australia


Contract type : Permanent

ContractLocation :Adelaide

Salary :ASO5

Start date :2025-09-01

Job Reference : 57351616

Contact name : System Admin

Contact email : noreply@daviesstewart.com

Job published : 23-Jul-2025