Are you an experienced Project Administrator or Coordinator looking to join a dynamic engineering consultancy?

Paragon Engineering is seeking a proactive and organised individual to act as a key interface between our internal design teams and external stakeholders. This role requires someone with strong organisational skills, a deep understanding of basic design principles, and experience coordinating across interdisciplinary teams such as geotechnical, drafting, and structural design.

About Paragon:

We are a Specialist Engineering Consultancy Firm operating across Australia and servicing the infrastructure and building sectors with a focus on structural design for ground structures, foundations, shoring & temporary structures and structural assessment of bridges & associated infrastructure assets. Our client base includes local authorities, infrastructure asset managers and construction companies. We provide a range of services from structural & geotechnical design, infrastructure asset condition assessment; project management; structural & vibration monitoring.

As a key player in this specialist engineering consulting field, we are well-established and committed to delivering high-quality designs for ground structures, bridges, and other infrastructure projects.

Our progressive mindset and employee-oriented culture set us apart. Deep thinking and creativity are a part of each of our projects and we provide a work environment that encourages self-improvement, diversity, teamwork, autonomy and innovation. Working times are flexible, and you will work with a positive team where your efforts will be valued and your voice will be heard.

The Role:

Due to continued growth, we are searching for a Design Manager to join our team in a newly created role—offering the opportunity to shape internal systems, streamline processes, and make an impact on project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaise between internal teams (design, geotechnical, structural) and external stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables and ensure that client requirements are translated into designs.
  

• Coordinate project schedules and track progress, ensuring adherence to delivery timelines as well as attending project meetings and providing updates on project milestones.
  

• Conduct inspections and assessments of infrastructure assets, including bridges and wastewater facilities, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
  

• Prepare detailed inspection/condition assessment reports, analysis, and recommendations based on findings.
  

• Oversee control of all project documents, including sharing emails, progress reports and technical documentation.
  

• Monitor project budgets and invoicing, reporting on financial performance to ensure alignment with project goals.
  

• Assist with project compliance and quality assurance across various disciplines.

Requirements

About You

To be considered for the role, you must have

• 4+ years of experience as a Project Engineer or Co-ordinator within a design office or consultancy environment within Australia, preferably involving infrastructure assets and/or multidisciplinary projects. More experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.
  

• A degree in Civil/Structural Engineering recognised by Engineers Australia.
  

• Strong knowledge of basic design principles, especially in structural and/or geotechnical projects.
  

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to facilitate effective communication among project teams, clients, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and stakeholder satisfaction.
  

• Strong organisational and switchtasking abilities, ensuring that all project documentation is up-to-date and deadlines are met.
  

• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing technical challenges.
  

• Strong technical reporting skills as well as knowledge of Engineering and Drafting software
  

• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and project management software.
  

Benefits

Why Join Us?

Opportunities for career progression and the ability to shape our Project Management department.

Competitive salary, CPD sponsorship, and performance-based bonuses.

A collaborative, flexible work environment that values creativity and innovation.

A progressive, employee-oriented culture that encourages self-improvement, diversity and autonomy.