With over 25 years of experience across Western Australia, New South Wales and Queensland, Whittens is a family-owned national Australian civil construction contractor. We deliver both large-scale and technically complex FRP, concrete, earthworks and civil infrastructure projects for major mining and infrastructure clients.

Built on strong relationships and a team-focused culture, we are committed to creating a safe, supportive and respectful workplace where our people can develop their skills and contribute to successful project outcomes.

The Opportunity
We currently have opportunities for Project Engineers to join our Operations teams working on a large FRP infrastructure project in remote NSW. Reporting to the Project Manager, the scope of works includes FRP construction and underground tunnel lining works. The roles will work on a 2/1 FIFO roster from most major cities in Australia.

About the Role:

• Interpreting specifications, draft and maintain drawings and plans, construction methods and procedures
• Comprehensive understand the scope of work, specifications, work plans and drawings
• Identify variations in work packages and submitting list for review by Project Manager
• Pro-actively manage costs within your control, to ensure project delivery within budget

About You:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering – A must
• Demonstrated experience working in a FIFO or DIDO capacity with a self-perform Civil Contractor
• FRP experience a must with underground tunnel experience preferred
• Experience with tunnel lining using DOKA or TFI travelling formwork systems – Highly regarded
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills