Site Engineer – Civil Construction & Earthworks

Location: Sydney, NSW | Remote Travel Required

Salary: $120,000 – $145,000 Superannuation

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

About Us

Sydney Earthworks is a civil construction and earthworks company delivering projects across Sydney and regional NSW. We specialise in bulk earthworks, excavation, site preparation and civil infrastructure works.

With a growing pipeline of projects, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Site Engineer to join our team.

This role is primarily based in Sydney; however, applicants must be willing and available to travel to regional and remote project locations as required.

About the Role

As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing site engineering activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule and in accordance with project specifications.

You will work closely with Project Managers, Site Supervisors, subcontractors and clients to support the successful delivery of civil construction and earthworks projects.

Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate and manage day-to-day engineering activities across civil construction sites.

- Interpret construction drawings, specifications and technical documentation.

- Monitor project progress, budgets, schedules and productivity.

- Assist with project planning, programming and resource allocation.

- Manage quality assurance documentation, inspections, ITPs and compliance records.

- Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, plant and site personnel.

- Undertake site measurements, quantity calculations and progress reporting.

- Assist with procurement, variations, claims and cost tracking.





- Ensure construction activities comply with WHS requirements, relevant standards and project specifications.

- Liaise with clients, consultants, surveyors and project stakeholders.

- Identify and resolve technical and operational issues on site.

About You To be successful in this role, you will have:

- A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

- Minimum 3 years' experience in a Site Engineer role within civil construction.

- Demonstrated experience in bulk earthworks, excavation, civil infrastructure or similar projects.

- Strong understanding of construction methodologies, drawings and specifications.

- Experience with quality assurance, project reporting and cost control.

- Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to work independently and effectively within a project team.

- Strong knowledge of Australian construction standards and WHS requirements.

- A current Australian driver's licence.

- A valid White Card.

- Willingness and availability to travel and work at regional or remote project locations when required.

What We Offer

- Market-competitive salary of $120,000 – $145,000 Superannuation, depending on experience.

- Permanent, full-time employment.

- Opportunity to work on diverse civil construction and earthworks projects.

- Exposure to both metropolitan and regional projects.

- Supportive and experienced management team.

- Career development opportunities within a growing company.

How to Apply

If you are a driven Site Engineer looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights and be available for travel to regional and remote project locations as required.

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