Project Engineer

WHO WE ARE

Established in 1987, DCOH is an experienced construction and development company operating across residential, commercial, hospitality and real estate sectors.

We have a strong track record delivering complex projects, including award winning work such as the Charles Darwin University Danala Education and Community Precinct, recognised with a 2025 National Master Builders Award of Excellence.

With operations in both the Northern Territory and Victoria, we deliver high quality projects with a clear focus on buildability, programme certainty and strong on-site execution.

Driven by a commitment to Building Better, DCOH combines experience, innovation and disciplined execution creating lasting value for our clients, partners and the communities we serve.

WHO YOU ARE

This Darwin-based role will contribute to the successful delivery of complex building projects from design through to handover.

• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• 1–4+ years’ experience in project coordination, site engineering or a similar role
• Sound understanding of construction methodology, sequencing and buildability
• Proven ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and reports
• Familiar with Australian Standards, NCC/BCA and authority requirements
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and documentation skills
• Confident communicator who builds strong working relationships with consultants, subcontractors and site teams
• Proficient in MS Office, project management software and document control systems (e.g. Aconex, TeamBinder)
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, site-based environment

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Support delivery of assigned building works packages across the project lifecycle, from design coordination and procurement through to construction and handover
• Assist in managing RFIs, design queries and drawing registers, ensuring the latest documentation is available to relevant stakeholders
• Review drawings for accuracy, sequencing and buildability, identifying design risks and opportunities
• Monitor progress of design and site activities against programme milestones and report deviations
• Support site teams with coordination of installation works and accurate set-out
• Assist with procurement activities, including preparation of scopes of work, tender documentation and assessments
• Coordinate subcontractor interfaces to ensure compliance with contract scope, safety, quality and programme requirements
• Track lead times and delivery schedules of key materials against programme targets
• Support implementation of safety, quality and inspection processes in line with DCOH HSEQ systems and WHS legislation
• Assist in coordinating inspections, testing and quality checks with engineers and consultants
• Maintain accurate project records including RFIs, drawing transmittals, variation registers and meeting minutes
• Support document control, submissions, as-built information and authority compliance documentation
• Participate in site, consultant and coordination meetings and assist with follow-up actions
• Contribute to a collaborative, accountable and professional project team culture

WHAT’S NEXT

If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV and cover letter which describes who you are and addresses the criteria detailed above.