Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

Overview

We are looking for a Project Engineer to join our Hunter New England team and play a key role in delivering the $140m Huntlee Schools Project.

Richard Crookes Constructions (RCC) is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Hunter New England team and help deliver the $140m Huntlee Schools Project
. This major education precinct will include preschool, primary and high school facilities for up to 3,000 students
, creating important social infrastructure for the rapidly growing Huntlee community. With construction commencing mid-2026, this is an opportunity to be involved from the early stages of delivery and contribute to a landmark project for the region.

The Opportunity
As a Project Engineer
, you will work closely with the Project Manager and site team to coordinate design, manage subcontractors and drive construction outcomes across key trade packages. You will play a critical role in ensuring the project is delivered safely, efficiently and to the high standards RCC is known for.

• Coordinating and managing detailed design and technical inputs across key project disciplines
• Supporting the project team with programming, cost forecasting and procurement
• Managing subcontractor packages
  , including tendering, variations and progress claims
• Working with consultants and architects to resolve design issues and drive value engineering opportunities
• Supporting the Site Manager with site coordination and construction delivery
• Ensuring compliance with RCC safety systems, quality standards and project procedures
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors

We're looking for someone who enjoys being close to the action on site and is motivated to contribute to high-quality project delivery. You will ideally bring:

• 5+ years construction experience in a Project Engineer or Site Engineer role
• A Construction Management or Engineering degree
• Experience coordinating design and construction packages
• Strong knowledge of subcontractor management, procurement and cost reporting
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships across project teams
• A genuine commitment to safety, quality and collaboration

Huntlee Schools Project

• $140m education precinct
• Preschool, primary and high school facilities
• Capacity for 3,000 students
• Major community infrastructure project for the Hunter region
• Construction commencing 2026

This project will play a key role in supporting the rapidly growing Huntlee community and surrounding areas.

• Family-owned construction company operating for over 50 years
• Strong people-first culture
• Around 32% of employees have been with RCC for more than 10 years
• Opportunity to deliver a major landmark project in the Hunter region
• Collaborative project teams and supportive leadership

At RCC we talk about building a shared legacy — delivering projects that serve communities for generations.

Apply Now

If you are looking for the opportunity to work on a significant project in the Hunter region and grow your career with a company that values its people, we would love to hear from you. Apply for the job.