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Site Engineers & Project Engineer - Civil Earthworks

Design & Build

Location
Sydney NSW, New South Wales, Australia
Job type
Full time · On-site
Category
Engineering › Project Engineering
Apply before
18 Nov 2026

Join a growing tier-2 contractor to deliver major civil projects across AU.

Opportunities are available for Site Engineers and Project Engineers to join a busy operations team delivering civil construction projects across regional NSW, ACT and SA.

Both positions operate on a 10:4 FIFO/DIDO roster.

Key Responsibilities
  • Coordinate site activities and monitor construction progress against project schedules.
  • Work closely with Supervisors, Surveyors, operators and subcontractors to deliver planned works.
  • Manage quality documentation, including ITPs, inspections, testing and non-conformance reports.
  • Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and construction requirements.
  • Track quantities, productivity and progress across allocated work packages.
  • Assist with technical queries, procurement, reporting and project handover.
Additional Responsibilities for Project Engineers
  • Assist with cost control, forecasting, variations and commercial reporting.
  • Coordinate procurement and subcontractor engagement.
  • Monitor budgets, productivity and project performance.
  • Support programming and delivery against contractual milestones.
  • Maintain effective relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
About You
  • Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Minimum three years' experience in civil construction or infrastructure.
  • Background in bulk earthworks, subdivisions or similar heavy civil works.
  • Good understanding of construction methods, drawings and specifications.
  • Experience with quality assurance and technical documentation.
  • Confident communicating with site teams and coordinating construction activities.
  • Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a proactive approach.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management systems.
  • Current White Card and Australian driver's licence.
Experience with self-performing civil contractors and renewable energy projects, including solar and wind farms, will be advantageous.

Screening questions

  1. Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? (Text answer)
  2. How many years' experience do you have as a Civil Project Engineer? (Text answer)
  3. What's your expected annual base salary? (Text answer)