Site Engineer – Civil Construction

Negri Contractors; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Training & development opportunities

Career progression

Health and safety focus

Job summary

Negri Contractors is seeking an experienced Civil Construction Site Engineer to join our Melbourne team. This is a full-time role focused on on-site coordination, quality assurance, and technical oversight of civil construction activities.

You will work closely with project management, contractors, and site teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards across Victoria.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of post-graduation site engineer experience on civil projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong health and safety knowledge and compliance.
• Proficiency with site management software and digital reporting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily construction activities and liaise between design teams, contractors, and subcontractors on-site.
• Conduct regular site inspections and quality assurance checks to ensure compliance with design specs and standards.
• Monitor site safety protocols and ensure adherence to relevant legislation and company policies.
• Prepare and maintain site records, including daily reports and progress documentation.
• Manage site logistics, including material delivery coordination and site layout planning.
• Identify and resolve technical issues and engineering challenges during construction.
• Communicate progress updates to project management and stakeholders on schedule and budget.
• Assist in budget tracking and cost control during construction.
• Support the project team in meeting contractual obligations and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Site coordination

Quality assurance

Civil construction

Reading drawings

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Site management software

Digital reporting tools

Job description

Negri Contractors is seeking an experienced Civil Construction Site Engineers to join our team across Melbourne. This is a full‑time position that plays a crucial role in the successful delivery of our civil construction projects. As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for on‑site coordination, quality assurance, and technical oversight of construction activities. This role is essential to ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of safety and quality. You will work on‑site at our metro locations, collaborating closely with project management, contractors, and site teams to drive project success.

What you'll be doing

• Coordinating daily construction activities and liaising between design teams, contractors, and subcontractors on‑site
• Conducting regular site inspections and quality assurance checks to ensure compliance with design specifications and industry standards
• Monitoring site safety protocols and ensuring adherence to all relevant health and safety legislation and company policies
• Preparing and maintaining site records, including daily reports, progress documentation, and as‑built drawings
• Managing site logistics, including material delivery coordination, equipment allocation, and site layout planning
• Identifying and resolving technical issues and engineering challenges that arise during construction
• Communicating progress updates to project management and stakeholders on schedule and budget performance
• Assisting in budget tracking and cost control measures throughout the construction phase
• Supporting the project team in meeting contractual obligations and regulatory requirements

What we’re looking for

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• 3–5 years of post‑graduation experience working as a Site Engineer on civil construction projects
• Strong knowledge of civil construction methods, materials, and best practices
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
• Experience with site management software and digital tools for documentation and reporting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams
• Sound understanding of health and safety regulations, including site‑specific risk management
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and documentation
• Problem‑solving abilities and the capacity to work independently and make technical decisions under pressure
• A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel between project sites as required
• Preferred: Experience with specific construction specialisations such as roads, bridges, drainage, or structural works

What we offer

At Negri, our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can develop their skills, build rewarding careers, and thrive both professionally and personally.

We offer competitive remuneration packages aligned with your experience and expertise, along with ongoing training and professional development opportunities to support your long‑term career growth. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a diverse range of challenging and high‑profile civil construction projects across Victoria.

Our workplace culture is built on teamwork, safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. We value innovation, recognise individual contributions, and provide clear pathways for career advancement within a growing and respected civil contracting business. We also promote a healthy work‑life balance and support employee wellbeing through a positive and supportive working environment.

About us

Negri Contractors is a well‑established civil construction company with a strong reputation for delivering quality infrastructure projects throughout Victoria. With decades of industry experience, we specialise in complex civil works and have built lasting relationships through our commitment to safety, reliability, quality, and client satisfaction.

Our success is driven by a highly skilled and dedicated team that takes pride in delivering projects that create lasting benefits for communities. We foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace where professional expertise is valued, new ideas are encouraged, and employees are supported to reach their full potential.

Joining Negri means becoming part of a business that is passionate about delivering exceptional outcomes while investing in the people who make those outcomes possible.