As a Site Engineer – Civil Utilities, you will play an integral role in delivering one of South Australia's largest and most significant infrastructure projects.
Working across major water, sewer and civil utilities packages, you'll support the successful delivery of complex civil construction works while developing your technical capability alongside experienced project teams.
This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer to gain hands‐on exposure across project delivery, construction planning, site coordination and stakeholder management on a landmark project helping shape Adelaide's future.
About McMahon Services
McMahon Services is one of Australia's largest privately owned construction, industrial and environmental services organisations, employing more than 1,200 people nationally.
For over 35 years, we have delivered innovative solutions across civil infrastructure, demolition, remediation, industrial services and environmental projects.
Our reputation is built on integrity, strong relationships, technical expertise and delivering certainty for our customers.
About the Role
Reporting to the Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer and Project Manager, you will provide on‐site engineering support across major civil utilities packages, including water, sewer and infrastructure works.
Working closely with project teams, construction crews, subcontractors and key stakeholders, you'll assist with coordinating day‐to‐day site activities while ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
Based in Adelaide, this role offers site‐based work within a fast‐paced major infrastructure workplace,



providing outstanding opportunities for professional growth and long‐term career development.
What You'll Do:
Support the delivery of major civil utilities works across water, sewer and infrastructure packages
Assist with coordinating day‐to‐day site activities with subcontractors, suppliers and self‐perform crews to achieve safe and efficient project outcomes
Assist with project planning, procurement, scheduling, cost tracking and progress reporting
Prepare RFIs and coordinate technical queries with designers, consultants and client representatives
Monitor construction quality, environmental compliance and safety performance to ensure works meet project requirements
Prepare and maintain project documentation including site records, reports, variations and progress claims
Contribute to construction planning, technical problem‐solving and continuous improvement initiatives
What You'll Bring:
Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
Experience supporting the delivery of civil utilities, water or infrastructure projects
Understanding of project planning, procurement, scheduling and construction coordination
Knowledge of quality assurance, safety and environmental requirements within construction
Strong communication and relationship‐building skills with site teams, subcontractors and project stakeholders




Experience using project management systems such as InEight, Aconex, Procore or similar
Current White Card, Driver's Licence and ability to obtain required project clearances
What Will Set You Apart:
Experience working on major civil utilities or infrastructure projects
Exposure to water, sewer or utilities construction
Strong organisational, planning and problem‐solving skills
A proactive attitude with a genuine willingness to learn and develop
Ability to build positive working relationships across multidisciplinary project teams
Ability to thrive in a fast‐paced, delivery‐focused construction environment
Why Join McMahon Services?
We offer a supportive, high‐performance environment where your skills are valued, and your contributions are recognised.
You'll enjoy:
Competitive salary and genuine career progression opportunities
Long‐term, stable employment with a leading national contractor
Exposure to one of South Australia's largest infrastructure projects
Strong safety‐first culture backed by experienced operational leaders
Ready to build your engineering career on one of South Australia's largest infrastructure projects?
Apply now and join the McMahon Services team.
At McMahon Services, we embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental values.
We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation, creativity and a deeper understanding of the communities we serve.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.
No recruitment agencies please.
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📌 Site Engineer - Civil Utilities (Adelaide)
🏢 Mcmservices
📍 Adelaide