Project Engineer – Mechanical

About the role

We work on challenging and exciting projects that shape the way we evolve, adapt and transform the industries we work in. We rally together, drawing on the diverse skills across our teams and create environments where great ideas are heard.

This opportunity will see you join a reputable company with a highly experienced team who work together to develop and provide solutions for our customers.

We are currently seeking a Project Engineer – Mechanical to join our team at the Bennett’s Green Workshop in Newcastle.  The Project Engineer is responsible for providing management, engineering and administrative coordination for the design, supply, fabrication, installation and testing for the project.

The primary challenge of this position is to ensure that projects are estimated effectively and completed in a timely and cost-effective manner to meet contractual arrangements made with the client.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop procurement requirements, scope of works and work with procurement business partners to ensure correct RFQ and evaluations are completed and that all preferred suppliers’ subcontracts or supply agreements and purchase orders are in place and delivery is in line with project schedule.
• Compile and issue project work packs (e.g. ITPs, check sheets, material register etc.)
• Review engineering drawings in conjunction with cost and time constraints.
• Monitoring compliance to applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards and specifications
• Interacting daily with the clients to interpret their needs and requirements and representing them in the field.
• Liaise with the Superintendent and Supervisors to ensure schedule and forecasted positions are accurately and frequently updated.
• Monitor progress of all work, identify need for changes to workforce and or direct employees on alternative work, when necessary, in conjunction with your manager
• Ensure compliance with all record keeping requirements as per UGL procedures and Contract requirements.
• Put forward and encourage the teams to provide continuous improvement opportunities to both UGL and the client.
• Actively participate in safety training and safety conversations

About You:

• Engineering Diploma/Degree, or similar
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Project Management in steel fabrication or similar industry
• Basic knowledge of welding processes, i.e., GTAW, MMAW, FCAW, SAW
• Microsoft Project knowledge is essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Words and Excel.
• Highly developed communication, negotiation, influencing and problem-solving skills
• Strong conflict resolution skills coupled with the ability to work both independently and in a small team environment, prioritise demands, and learn quickly
• Ability to work under pressure and committed to meet client’s delivery requirement. 
• Must be customer focused, team oriented, accountable and results driven.
• Must be energetic with a positive can-do attitude.

What we offer

• Diverse opportunities to grow, back yourself and achieve.
• The chance to join a 6,000+ strong organisation owned by the CIMIC Group, one of the world’s leading international contractors.
• Pathways for you to succeed and the space for you to carve your own journey.
• A culture that values diversity and innovation, evolving with market changes and new technologies.

What makes you right for UGL

• Open and effective communication
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to identify and prioritise competing demands.
• Genuine concern for safety
• Ability to provide a safe, supportive, and positive workplace.
• Capacity to flourish in a high-performance environment
• An innovative mindset and a willingness to challenge the norm.
• A belief that success and value are driven by real teams where everyone has a role to play.

About Us

UGL is well-known and respected for providing end-to-end engineering, construction, and maintenance services within, rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defense markets. UGL partners with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies.

At UGL, we value diversity – in the backgrounds, ideas, work styles and perspectives of our team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.

If you are confident, you have the skills and knowledge to fulfil this role, then please apply now.