Civil Engineer

Direct Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Pty Ltd in Australia invites applications for the Civil Engineer position to support Kelko Construction. The role focuses on planning, coordination and delivery of civil infrastructure works with emphasis on concrete, pavement, formwork, reinforcement and pre-cast elements.

Full-time opportunities are available in Sydney and Central West Orana (CWO) in NSW, with collaboration across project managers, site engineers and subcontractors to meet engineering requirements and programmes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or closely related field.
• Desirable practical experience in civil construction, infrastructure or structural engineering projects.
• Ability to interpret civil and structural drawings and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Review civil and structural drawings, specifications and design documentation to determine construction requirements.
• Provide engineering input into planning and delivery of civil infrastructure works including concrete and precast elements.
• Develop and review construction methodologies, work sequences and engineering solutions for civil works.
• Undertake engineering calculations, measurements and technical assessments to support planning and implementation.
• Coordinate activities with project managers, supervisors, subcontractors and suppliers to enable efficient delivery.
• Monitor on-site works to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications and standards.
• Identify constructability issues and develop practical technical solutions with stakeholders.
• Review design information for discrepancies and raise clarifications when needed.
• Inspect civil and structural works to verify workmanship, dimensions and tolerances.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

My Australia Direct Pty Ltd is currently accepting applications for the position of Civil Engineers for Kelko Construction.

Civil Engineer

The Civil Engineer is responsible for providing technical and engineering support in the planning, coordination and delivery of Kelko Construction’s civil infrastructure works. The role supports the successful delivery of complex construction activities, with particular emphasis on structural concrete, structural pavement, formwork, reinforcement and pre-cast works. Full time positions available in Sydney and in Central West Orana (CWO) in NSW.

The Civil Engineer works closely with project managers, site engineers, supervisors, subcontractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders to ensure construction activities are undertaken in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, applicable standards, quality requirements and project programmes.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Review and interpret civil and structural engineering drawings, specifications, design documentation and technical requirements to determine construction requirements.
• Provide engineering input into the planning and delivery of civil infrastructure works, including structural pavement, reinforced concrete, formwork, reinforcement, pre-cast concrete and associated civil works.
• Develop and review construction methodologies, work sequences and engineering solutions for civil and structural construction activities.
• Undertake engineering calculations, measurements and technical assessments to support construction planning and implementation.
• Coordinate engineering activities with project managers, supervisors, subcontractors, consultants and other project personnel to facilitate the efficient delivery of works.
• Monitor construction activities on site to verify that works are being completed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, engineering requirements and relevant standards.
• Identify engineering or constructability issues arising during project delivery and develop practical technical solutions in consultation with relevant project stakeholders.
• Review design information and identify discrepancies, clashes or construction constraints, raising technical queries and requests for information where clarification is required.
• Conduct inspections of civil and structural works and assist in verifying workmanship, dimensions, levels, materials and construction tolerances against project requirements.
• Coordinate with surveyors and construction personnel regarding set-out, levels, dimensions and other engineering controls required for the execution of works.
• Assist with the planning and coordination of concrete pours, reinforcement installation, formwork systems, structural elements and pavement works.
• Review material specifications, technical data and supplier documentation to confirm that proposed construction materials comply with project and engineering requirements.
• Assist in determining quantities of materials, concrete, reinforcement and other construction inputs required for individual work packages.
• Provide technical guidance to supervisors and construction personnel regarding drawings, specifications, engineering requirements and approved construction methodologies.
• Monitor progress against construction programmes and identify engineering, design or site constraints that could affect project delivery.
• Assist project management personnel with short-term planning, sequencing and coordination of construction activities and resources.
• Liaise with engineering consultants, clients and other external stakeholders regarding technical matters, design clarification and construction requirements.
• Apply engineering principles to improve constructability, efficiency, quality and cost-effectiveness while maintaining the design intent and technical integrity of the works.
• Ensure engineering activities appropriately incorporate workplace health and safety, environmental and quality requirements applicable to civil construction operations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Practical experience in civil construction, infrastructure or structural engineering projects is desirable.
• Sound ability to interpret civil and structural drawings and technical specifications.
• Understanding of reinforced concrete, structural pavement, formwork, reinforcement and general civil construction methodologies.
• Knowledge of relevant Australian engineering and construction standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and technical documentation skills.