Site Engineer

seek.com.au; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

seek.com.au, a Sydney-based building company, seeks an experienced full-time Site Engineer to join our team with responsibilities spanning contract administration and progress reporting. This role offers potential to lead to a Project Management position in the future.

You will manage subcontract tenders, administer subcontracts, ensure compliance with the National Construction Code, and read drawings. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in Australia, a related degree, and proficiency with Procore,

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in a similar role within Australia.
• Specific experience in residential building construction projects is required.
• Preferably degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or related field.
• Proficient in Procore, MS Word, MS Project, Excel, MS Access and Outlook.
• Familiar with National Construction Code, Australian Standards and WHSE legislation.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and scope of work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Australian work authorisation is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Head Contract including progress claims, variations and correspondence
• Manage subcontract tender processes, including evaluation, negotiation and risk assessment
• Administer subcontracts including payment claims, invoices, variations and correspondence
• Maintain contract documentation and ensure compliance
• Month end reporting and forecasting
• Liaise effectively with all subcontractors, designers and suppliers to maintain professional and reliable working relationships
• Manage I.T.P and Quality Control
• Monitor and update program as required

Skills

5+ years experience

communication skills

interpersonal skills

drawings interpretation

adaptability

Education

Degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

MS Word

MS Project

Excel

MS Access

Outlook

Job description

We are a Sydney based building company and are currently seeking an experienced full time Site Engineer to join our team. As part of your role, you will also manage Contract Administration. This position offers the opportunity to develop a diverse skill set with the potential to lead to a Project Management role in the future.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with Head Contract including progress claims, variations and correspondence

Manage subcontract tender processes, including evaluation, negotiation and risk assessment

Administer subcontracts including payment claims, invoices, variations and correspondence

Maintain contract documentation and ensure compliance

Month end reporting and forecasting

Liaise effectively with all subcontractors, designers and suppliers to maintain professional and reliable working relationships

Manage I.T.P and Quality Control

Monitor and update program as required

Skills and Experiences

A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role within Australia

Specific experience in residential building construction projects is required

Preferably degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or related field

Proficient in Procore, MS Word, MS Project, Excel, MS Access and Outlook

Familiar with National Construction Code, Australian Standards and WHSE legislation

Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and scope of work

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to adapt to changing project conditions

Australian work authorisation is required for this position