Senior Project Engineer - Electrical

  • 497729
  • Adelaide, SA
  • Regional SA, SA
  • Melbourne, VIC
  • Full Time
  • Closing on: 9 Aug 2026
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About BMD

BMD is Australia's leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business. As the largest privately owned civil contractor in Australia, BMD is at the forefront of excellence.

Over a 45-year history, BMD has grown to become a $2+ billion operation, now sharing our expertise internationally in the Philippines and the UK.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer – Electrical to join our team delivering the Palmer Wind Farm project in South Australia.

Reporting to the Project Director, you will provide technical leadership and project delivery expertise across electrical scopes of work, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule and within budget.

Open to candidates:
VIC based - FIFO 10:4 roster, site allowance + LAFHA + flights + accom + car
SA based - DIDO daily or Mon-Fri, accom close to site + site allowance + LAFHA +car

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of electrical construction activities.
  • Manage subcontractors and suppliers to achieve project outcomes.
  • Review and oversee electrical design documentation, specifications and technical submissions.
  • Monitor project progress, productivity, quality and cost performance.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders.
  • Mentor and support Project Engineers and Site Engineers within the team.

About You

  • Degree qualifications in Electrical Engineering.
  • Proven experience in a Senior Project Engineer role on large-scale infrastructure, energy, renewables, transmission, substations or industrial projects.
  • Strong understanding of electrical construction methodologies and project delivery principles.
  • Experience managing subcontractors, procurement and project controls.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • A commitment to safety excellence and quality outcomes.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced project environment and work effectively within remote project teams.

What We Offer

  • Be part of a nationally recognised contractor with a strong reputation for successfully delivering complex infrastructure projects.
  • Benefit from job security, competitive salary, and long-term project pipelines.
  • Supportive team culture with a focus on safety, collaboration, and innovation.
  • Be recognised at our annual employee awards event and through our Thrive reward and recognition platform
  • Access wellness programs, strong work-life balance initiatives, paid parental leave, retail discounts, industry training and memberships & more

Apply Now

If you’re looking to make an impact on a major renewable energy project, we’d love to hear from you!

We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.

For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to https://www.bmdgroup.global

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