Project Engineer - Central Coast

ABOUT THE PROJECT

We’re proud to partner with Uniting to deliver the staged redevelopment of the Nareen Gardens precinct at Bateau Bay, a significant seniors living project on the NSW Central Coast.

The full redevelopment will deliver a modern, integrated seniors living community comprising independent living units, residential aged care and shared community facilities, constructed across two major stages.

Stage 1, now commencing, includes demolition of existing buildings and construction of 76 new independent living units, with a further 106 units planned in Stage 2, bringing the total to 182 homes upon completion.

As a redevelopment within an active, live operational retirement village, the project requires careful planning, strict staging, and a strong focus on resident safety, communication and continuity of access. This is a complex and highly rewarding environment for an experienced Project Engineer who enjoys early-stage project involvement and structured delivery.

You’ll be joining the project at site establishment, ahead of demolition works, providing a rare opportunity to influence methodology, sequencing and systems from day one, with strong continuity expected through to Stage 2 delivery.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Project Engineer, you’ll play a key role in establishing and delivering Stage 1 of the Nareen Gardens redevelopment. Reporting to the Senior Project Manager and working alongside the Senior Contract Administrator, you’ll take ownership of design coordination, quality assurance, engineering documentation and site coordination throughout the early works, demolition and construction phases.

You’ll also provide leadership to Site Coordinators, Graduates and Cadets, helping build capability within the project team while ensuring high standards of safety, quality and programme control are maintained.

This role is well suited to a Project Engineer who enjoys being involved from the very start of a project, is comfortable working within live environments, and wants exposure to multi-stage delivery with a strong client relationship.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY WILL INCLUDE

• Supporting site establishment activities, early works planning and demolition sequencing
• Coordinating design documentation, RFIs and consultant information to support site delivery
• Managing the project’s Quality Management Plan and ensuring clear delegation across the team
• Preparing, issuing and managing Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), hold and witness points and QA sign-offs
• Monitoring site progress and supporting short-term programmes, lookaheads and sequencing updates
• Reviewing subcontractor works onsite and verifying quality, safety and compliance documentation
• Coordinating consultant, authority and subcontractor interfaces to resolve technical and staging issues
• Supporting resident interface planning, temporary works sequencing and access continuity
• Managing the timely flow of drawings and technical information to site teams and subcontractors
• Providing inputs to monthly project reporting, including programme, risk and cost considerations
• Supporting commissioning, handover and completion planning activities
• Assisting the commercial team with subcontractor claims assessments where required
• Promoting Growthbuilt’s safety culture and contributing to safe work planning and site inspections
• Acting as a technical mentor to Site Coordinators, Graduates and Cadets

ABOUT YOU

You’re a proactive and organised Project Engineer who enjoys being close to the work and contributing to well-planned, safe and efficient project delivery. You communicate clearly, stay calm under pressure, and take pride in coordinating complex activities within live environments.

You’ll bring:

• A degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• Experience as a Project Engineer or Site Engineer on building projects, ideally $20m+
• Exposure to early works, demolition, structure or complex staging environments
• Experience working within live or operational sites (aged care, education, retail or similar highly regarded)
• Strong attention to detail across quality, documentation and coordination
• The ability to lead and support junior engineers within a project team
• A collaborative mindset and desire to grow within a high-performing builder

Not sure if you tick every box? Don’t let that stop you. If you’re ready to step up and grow with the right support, we’d love to hear from you.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• The opportunity to join a major seniors living redevelopment from day one
• Exposure to a complex, staged project with strong continuity into future stages
• A collaborative, well-resourced project team with experienced leadership
• A modern perks and benefits suite including Loyalty Leave, ‘Switch Off’ days, Paid Parental Leave and Core Collaboration Hours
• Novated leasing, travel subsidies and trade partner discounts delivering value beyond salary
• Clear development pathways within a growing construction business

WHY GROWTHBUILT?

At Growthbuilt, our goal is to help you achieve yours.

Since being founded in 2005, we’ve built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects through trusted partnerships and a genuinely collaborative approach. We deliver award-winning work across seniors living, residential, education, community and commercial sectors, and we’re proud of the long-term relationships we build with our clients and our people.

With a Gold Star iCIRT rating and a strong pipeline of work across Greater Sydney, the Central Coast and NSW, Growthbuilt offers stability, opportunity and the chance to build a meaningful career.

HOW TO APPLY

Ready to build something great with us?

Submit your CV or LinkedIn profile and our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch to discuss your fit and aspirations.