- Bundaberg based – one of our fastest growing regional areas
- Land development focus
- Be part of a growing team
Are you an experienced Civil Construction Engineer looking to take the next step forward in your career? Does working in a dynamic, innovative and supportive team environment appeal to you? Do you enjoy the satisfaction of seeing your work shape real communities?
If so, we’d love to hear from you!
Come and enjoy the lifestyle and be part of one of Queensland’s fastest growing regional areas! Reporting to the Construction Team Leader, you will work collaboratively in a team focused on seeing our clients’ projects delivered to completion in regard to time, cost and quality. This includes working closely with our in-house design team and taking the lead role on projects, from tendering through to completion, across contract administration and site quality supervision. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to learn, connect, and make an impact.
This opportunity will allow you to accelerate your career through direct and active opportunities to work with our clients – knowing that mentoring and support from our Principal Engineers is also right there. You will be assigned a dedicated coach to support you in the continuation of your journey.
At RMA, we’re all about helping people reach their potential. We’re a values-driven engineering consultancy with a strong culture of trust, respect, and teamwork. We believe in getting things done, growing together, and having a good time while we do it.
The opportunity
In this varied role you will:
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Lead Projects – Be the lead on key projects in Bundaberg Region in the construction delivery phase.
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Become a Trusted Advisor – In a direct client facing role, you will develop relationships with RMA’s clients, managing their interface with contractors and government agencies.
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Be Supported – As a multidisciplinary firm, RMA has a wealth of technical specialists you can collaborate with and brainstorm to bring the project together. When something pops up on site, we’ve got a collection of specialists you can call on to bring value.
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Be Part of a Team – Be actively involved in RMA’s inclusive, high performance and enjoyable culture, whilst also having opportunities to explore our leadership pathways. This role will involve ad hoc travel to our other offices.
You will be responsible for:
Contract Administration and Construction Project Management
- Managing contractors
- Project procurement
- Progress claims & variations
- Monitoring project program
- Stakeholder engagement (council, private utilities, client), ensuring values of are upheld with integrity
Engineering Construction Surveillance
- Attendance and chairing of site meetings
- Attendance at hold point site visits
- Review of hold points of the project Quality Systems
- Resolution of latent conditions using engineering judgment
- Review compliance of the works undertaken in relation to technical specifications, applicable legislation, approvals and standards with a focus on risk management
About you:
- You are a motivated individual who is passionate about construction in the land development sector
- You have well-rounded technical knowledge and skills relevant to engineering construction and contract administration
- You have an eye for detail and for following defined operating processes and procedures
- You are a self-motivated team player with initiative, strong communication and problem-solving skills
- You are diligent at keeping accurate records and seeing projects through to timely completion
- You are not afraid to use the latest technology and software to support you in your role
- You deliver on your promises, priding yourself on developing and maintaining strong client relationships
Minimum requirements:
- Bachelor of Civil Engineering
- RPEQ (desirable)
- You are able to demonstrate 3 or greater years’ experience in land development construction and contract administration, with specific experience in the role requirements and ideally within Queensland (note, we will consider applicants who have worked for contractors with similar experience)
- The ability to read and understand plans and construction details
- Good financial skills; some experience with construction programming; some trade measuring skills
- The ability to work within a QA, financial, and administration systems
- The ability to think outside the square
- Open unrestricted Driver’s Licence
- Queensland Construction Induction Card (White Card)
- Full working rights and ability to work without sponsorship
What we offer:
- Social events – We make time to connect beyond the desk
- Birthday leave – Enjoy your birthday your way, our treat!
- Growth & development – We back your potential with personalised coaching tailored to your strengths & goals
- Health & fitness focus – Prioritise your health with our wellbeing initiatives
- Here when you need us – Access confidential support anytime through our Employee Assistance Program
- Friday catch-up – Unwind with the team at the end of the week
- Annual Strategy Day & Christmas Party – Plan for the future and celebrate our wins, together
- Bi-monthly technical training – Sharpen your skills with hands-on sessions led by our experts
- Mentorship that matters – Connect directly with Principal Engineers to accelerate your growth and career goals
Interested in joining the team?
- We’d love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, please apply and:
- Complete the screening questions
- Upload your cover letter addressing the ‘about you’ requirements of the role
- And a copy of your resume
Applications will be reviewed as received, so please don’t delay in applying
