Civil Site Engineer – Road Construction

New Horizon Construction; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company ute and fuel card provided

Job summary

New Horizon Construction in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Civil Site Engineer to oversee road construction projects across the city. You will manage site activities, coordinate with the Operations Manager, supervisors, subcontractors and councils, and ensure safety and quality.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and at least three years’ experience in civil construction, with a strong focus on roads.

Qualifications

• Three years' experience as Site Engineer or Project Engineer in civil construction, with focus on road works.
• Experience managing project budgets and delivering projects up to $2 million.
• Ability to read drawings and interpret specifications, and manage subcontractors.
• Strong organisational and communication skills with problem-solving ability.
• Current driver's licence and Construction White Card.
• Hands-on involvement in road construction projects across Melbourne.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate road reconstruction, drainage, kerb and channel, footpath and asphalt works.
• Manage project budgets, track costs and monitor progress against the construction program.
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontractors.
• Review drawings and specifications, resolve site issues and raise RFIs.
• Prepare progress claims, variations, site reports and project records.
• Manage inspections, quality documentation and project handover.
• Maintain site safety and environmental standards.
• Communicate with clients, consultants and service authorities.

Skills

Budget management

Reading drawings

Communication

Problem-solving

Ownership

Site coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

You will oversee civil projects valued up to $2 million, working closely with our Operations Manager, supervisors, subcontractors and council representatives. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who can coordinate site activities, control costs and deliver quality work safely and on schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Planning and coordinating road reconstruction, drainage, kerb and channel, footpath and asphalt works
• Managing project budgets, tracking costs and monitoring progress against the construction program
• Coordinating labour, plant, materials and subcontractors
• Reviewing drawings and specifications, resolving site issues and raising RFIs
• Preparing progress claims, variations, site reports and project records
• Managing inspections, quality documentation and project handover
• Maintaining site safety and environmental standards
• Communicating with clients, consultants and service authorities

About you

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related qualification
• At least three years' experience as a Site Engineer or Project Engineer in civil construction, with a strong focus on road works
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets and delivering projects valued up to $2 million
• A sound understanding of road construction methods, drainage and pavement works
• The ability to read drawings, interpret specifications and manage subcontractors
• Strong organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills
• A practical approach and the ability to take ownership of your projects
• A current driver's licence and Construction White Card
• Experience delivering local council projects will be highly regarded
• Company ute and fuel card provided
• Hands‑on involvement in road construction projects across Melbourne
• Support from an experienced operations and site team

About us

New Horizon Construction is seeking an experienced Civil Site Engineer to manage road construction projects across Melbourne.