Senior Project Engineer

About BMD

BMD is Australia’s largest privately owned civil contractor, delivering infrastructure that powers futures and creates enduring legacies. With over 45 years of experience and a growing international presence, we’re committed to excellence across engineering, construction, and urban development.

Our people-first culture fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth. Join us and be part of a team that transforms communities through complex infrastructure solutions.

About the Role

We’re seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our team on the Port Hedland Dampier Salt Concentrator Repair Upgrade Project. This is a pivotal role overseeing a critical civil works package, with a strong focus on earthworks. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in earthworks delivery and lead engineering efforts to ensure safe, timely, and high-quality outcomes in a remote environment. You’ll mentor junior engineers, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive project success through technical leadership and problem-solving.

This role will be performed under a 2:1 FIFO Roster with flights from Perth, meals and accommodation provided. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering delivery of civil works with a primary focus on earthworks, including bulk excavation, compaction, and ground improvement
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources to meet milestones
• Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and subcontractors to maintain strong working relationships
• Review and prepare technical documentation, drawings, and method statements
• Resolve design and constructability issues with innovative solutions
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, specifications, and environmental obligations
• Support surveying, setting out, and dimensional control activities
• Drive value engineering and continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide regular reporting and updates to senior management
• Mentor and support Project Engineers, Site Engineers, and Graduates

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (CPEng or RPEQ preferred)
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in civil infrastructure projects with a strong and proven background in earthworks - this is a mandatory requirement
• Strong understanding of Australian construction standards and codes
• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, and environmental best practices
• Experience with contract administration and commercial management

Diversity and inclusion

We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.

So, join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create legacies.

We’re a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven. For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to https://www.bmdgroup.global/careers