About the business
EIRE Constructions was founded by Kelliher family patriarch Tom Kelliher, in the late****'s.
EIRE has blazed a trail in creative civil infrastructure solutions - and specialises in water treatment, water network infrastructure and transport infrastructure including roads, bridges, wastewater systems and more, drawing on our breadth and depth of experience to deliver complex projects.
As regional civil infrastructure specialists, we strive to be a part of the communities in which we operate.
Driven by our Purpose ofbuilding the communities we want to live in, we are connected and inspired by our Values.
We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our delivery team on a major water projects, with a strong emphasis on civil works delivery and complex reinforced concrete structures.
This role will support the successful delivery of critical infrastructure including water retaining concrete structures, earthworks, pipelines, and associated civil components that form part of a water treatment facility.
About the Role
As Project Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of civil construction works, with a particular focus on large-scale concrete structures and water-retaining elements.
You will work closely with the Project Manager, Engineers, Site Supervisors, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing day-to-day engineering activities across civil works packages
Coordinating construction of reinforced concrete structures, including tanks, basins and foundations
Overseeing formwork, steel fixing, concrete pours, curing processes,



and QA hold points
Supporting bulk earthworks, excavation, backfilling, and site preparation works
Coordinating procurement of materials, concrete supplies, reinforcement, formwork systems, and subcontract packages
Assisting with subcontractor scope development, tendering support, and procurement scheduling
Interpreting drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation
Preparing and managing QA documentation including ITPs, checklists, and inspection records
Supporting construction planning, sequencing, and methodology development
Monitoring progress, reporting, and assisting with cost and project controls
Ensuring compliance with WHS requirements, Australian Standards, and project specifications
About You
You are a hands-on engineer who thrives in the delivery of complex concrete civil structures and understands the importance of coordination between design, procurement, and site execution.
You will ideally have:
Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
Strong experience in civil construction with a focus on reinforced concrete structures
Proven involvement in water infrastructure or treatment plant projects
Solid understanding of concrete construction methodology (formwork, reinforcement, pours, curing, QA)
Experience in procurement activities including supplier coordination and subcontract package management
Ability to interpret civil and structural drawings and specifications
Strong QA documentation experience (ITPs, inspections, quality assurance systems)
Excellent communication and coordination skills across multiple stakeholders
White Card and valid driver's license
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📌 Civil Engineer (Sydney)
🏢 Eire Constructions
📍 Sydney