About the Role

We’re looking for a motivated site engineer or project engineer to join our family-owned business and grow with us. The roster is a FIFO 3/1 with two weeks on site, one week working from the Sunshine Coast office or home, then one week off.

This role is ideal for an ambitious engineer looking to grow their career in civil construction. You’ll gain valuable site experience, develop your technical and management skills, and be part of a supportive team that values reliability, initiative, and a strong work ethic.

What you’ll do:

Review drawings and specifications to ensure works are delivered in accordance with project requirements.

Coordinate procurement of materials and engagement of subcontractors.

Conduct inspections and prepare and maintain quality assurance documentation (inspection and test plans).

Liaise effectively with clients to support project delivery and resolve issues.

Complete daily project reports, cost tracking and contract admin, submit dockets, approve and review staff and subcontractor timesheets calculating weekly costs incurred verse revenue earned.

Apply proactive problem-solving with a focus on achieving the best outcome for the project.

Daily scheduling of project work fronts, allocating tasks to crews, conducting daily pre-starts.

Onsite management of WHS ensuring all works are completed in a safe planned manner.

Development of tender submission, first principal tender pricing.

What we are looking for (Role):

Site Engineers or Project Engineers with 1-5 years of experience

Proficient in Microsoft Office/Windows and key applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

You must be able to communicate effectively with the ability to build rapport with others including stakeholders, clients, subcontractors and employees.

This role requires a high level of fluency in written and spoken English. The ability to communicate complex information clearly, confidently and professionally in English is essential for success in this position.

Strong attention to detail with a genuine interest in learning and starting your career in the civil construction industry.

Holds a valid Construction White Card and current driver’s licence.

Demonstrates a proactive and reliable work ethic with a commitment to every project.

Happy to work in remote, demanding and challenging environments in North Queensland.

What we offer

At Lohman Contracting, we are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits, including:

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance

• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives

• Opportunities for career progression within the company

About us

Lohman Contracting is a leading civil engineering and construction firm with a reputation for delivering high-quality projects across Queensland. Our mission is to create sustainable and innovative infrastructure that improves the lives of the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on our collaborative approach, technical expertise, and commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

If you're ready to embark on an exciting career in civil engineering, we encourage you to apply now!