There is an immediate opportunity for an experienced Civil Project Engineer to join a Local Government team in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. This City Council is situated within a high growth area and has projects lasting well into 2010 - 2011.
Key Responsibilities:

• Look after the operational performance and delivery of civil and capital works projects for their timely implementation.
• Implement and supervise construction standards as set out under current construction codes and standards.    
• Manage each of the project stages including project design, tendering, construction and post construction through to handover.
• Conduct site inspections and liaise with contractors, design consultancies, community groups and external stakeholders.
• Perform contract administration tasks as required.

  As the ideal candidate, you will have
  
• Completed a Bachelor of Civil Engineering
• Circa 3 years + experience working as a Project Engineer or Project Management on civil and/or municipal works.
• Extensive experience within a Local Government is highly advantageous
• Proven ability to mediate across multi-functional or multi-discipline teams in order to achieve agreed objectives
• In-depth knowledge of project and construction management procedures relating to civil works
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Very good time management ability
  
  
In return you will be rewarded with a leading remuneration package plus additional employee incentives. You will be working within a supportive environment where the client values job security, career progression and a healthy work/life balance.
  
Our client is willing to invest in both a permanent or contract candidate depending on skills and experience.  
  
If you would like to discuss this role and are looking for a challenging but rewarding Engineering or Planning opportunity within Local Government, please contact Mark Parrent on (03) 9092 7204 or send an email to m.parrent@aspectpersonnel.com.au. Alternatively you can apply by using the link below. All communication will be strictly confidential.