Project Engineer (Building, Trades & Works)

Job ID
1006226
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Location
Aus - Melbourne, Aus - Canberra, Aus - Brisbane, Aus - NSW - Regional, Aus - ACT - Regional
Categories
Engineering - All Other, General Construction
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Project Engineer (Building, Trades & Works)

Riverina Redevelopment Joint Venture (RRJV)

January 2027 Mobilisation Opportunities | Albury-Wodonga & Wagga Wagga Region
 

Looking for a fresh challenge in 2027?

As many major projects approach completion, now is the ideal time to start planning your next career move.

The Riverina Redevelopment Joint Venture (RRJV), a partnership between CPB Contractors and Downer, is preparing for our next phase of project delivery and seeking experienced Project Engineers - Building, Trades & Works who are interested in joining our team from January 2027 onwards.

This is an opportunity to contribute to one of Australia's largest Defence infrastructure programs, delivering critical facilities across the Riverina region that will support Defence capability for decades to come.

About the Project

The Riverina Redevelopment Joint Venture is delivering approximately $1.7 billion in infrastructure upgrades and replacement works across key Defence establishments, including:

  • Albury-Wodonga Military Area (AWMA)
  • RAAF Base Wagga (RBW)
  • Blamey Barracks Kapooka (BBK)

Project scope includes:

  • New accommodation and living-in facilities
  • Training and mess facilities
  • Building refurbishments and upgrades
  • Major infrastructure and services upgrades

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will play a key role in delivering building and construction work packages safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

We are particularly interested in speaking with Project Engineers who have experience across:

  • Commercial building projects
  • Defence infrastructure
  • Accommodation and residential developments
  • Education facilities
  • Health and hospital projects
  • Large-scale fitout programs
  • Trades and finishing packages
  • Facades, roofing and building envelopes
  • Precast and structural works
  • Commissioning and handover activities

You will be responsible for:

  • Coordinating subcontractors and site teams
  • Managing building work packages from planning through to completion
  • Monitoring cost, quality and programme performance
  • Resolving engineering and technical issues
  • Ensuring compliance with project specifications and standards
  • Driving a strong Zero Harm culture across the project

About You

To be successful, you will bring:

  • Degree qualification in Engineering
  • Approximately 5+ years' project engineering experience within the construction industry
  • Strong building construction background
  • Experience managing subcontractors, trades and work packages
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
  • Strong commercial and delivery focus
  • Proven ability to lead and mentor junior engineers
  • Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance

Why Join RRJV?

  • Long-term project certainty through a major Defence infrastructure program
  • Attractive relocation assistance available
  • Project uplift and competitive remuneration
  • Career development and future opportunities across CPB Contractors and Downer
  • Inclusive and diverse workplace culture
  • Industry-leading safety and wellbeing initiatives

Planning Your Next Move?

If you're currently delivering a project and considering what comes next in 2027, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your expression of interest now and start a conversation about upcoming opportunities with RRJV's Building team.

Applications and expressions of interest are now being accepted for our January 2027 mobilisation workforce planning.

Please note: This role is being sourced directly by RRJV, and applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

How to apply

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