Site Engineer - Civil Utilities

McMahon Services; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

McMahon Services in Adelaide is seeking a Site Engineer – Civil Utilities to support the delivery of major civil utilities works across water, sewer and infrastructure packages. You will coordinate day-to-day site activities with subcontractors, suppliers and crews, ensuring safety, quality and timely progress.

Based in Adelaide, this role offers site-based work within a fast-paced infrastructure environment, with opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development within a

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting the delivery of civil utilities, water or infrastructure projects.
• Understanding of project planning, procurement, scheduling and construction coordination.
• Knowledge of quality assurance, safety and environmental requirements within construction.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with site teams, subcontractors and project stakeholders.
• Experience using project management systems such as InEight, Aconex, Procore or similar.
• Current White Card, Driver's Licence and ability to obtain required project clearances.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of major civil utilities works across water, sewer and infrastructure packages.
• Assist with coordinating day-to-day site activities with subcontractors, suppliers and self-perform crews to achieve safe and efficient project outcomes.
• Assist with project planning, procurement, scheduling, cost tracking and progress reporting.
• Prepare RFIs and coordinate technical queries with designers, consultants and client representatives.
• Monitor construction quality, environmental compliance and safety performance to ensure works meet project requirements.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation including site records, reports, variations and progress claims.
• Contribute to construction planning, technical problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Site coordination

Communication skills

Safety & QA knowledge

Stakeholder management

Technical problem-solving

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

InEight

Aconex

Procore

Job description

As a Site Engineer – Civil Utilities, you will play an integral role in delivering one of South Australia's largest and most significant infrastructure projects. Working across major water, sewer and civil utilities packages, you'll support the successful delivery of complex civil construction works while developing your technical capability alongside experienced project teams.

About McMahon Services

McMahon Services is one of Australia's largest privately owned construction, industrial and environmental services organisations, employing more than 1,200 people nationally. For over 35 years, we have delivered innovative solutions across civil infrastructure, demolition, remediation, industrial services and environmental projects. Our reputation is built on integrity, strong relationships, technical expertise and delivering certainty for our customers.

About The Role

Reporting to the Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer and Project Manager, you will provide on-site engineering support across major civil utilities packages, including water, sewer and infrastructure works. Working closely with project teams, construction crews, subcontractors and key stakeholders, you'll assist with coordinating day-to-day site activities while ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

Based in Adelaide, this role offers site-based work within a fast-paced major infrastructure environment, providing outstanding opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development.

What You’ll Do

• Support the delivery of major civil utilities works across water, sewer and infrastructure packages
• Assist with coordinating day-to-day site activities with subcontractors, suppliers and self-perform crews to achieve safe and efficient project outcomes
• Assist with project planning, procurement, scheduling, cost tracking and progress reporting
• Prepare RFIs and coordinate technical queries with designers, consultants and client representatives
• Monitor construction quality, environmental compliance and safety performance to ensure works meet project requirements
• Prepare and maintain project documentation including site records, reports, variations and progress claims
• Contribute to construction planning, technical problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives

What You’ll Bring

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience supporting the delivery of civil utilities, water or infrastructure projects
• Understanding of project planning, procurement, scheduling and construction coordination
• Knowledge of quality assurance, safety and environmental requirements within construction
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with site teams, subcontractors and project stakeholders
• Experience using project management systems such as InEight, Aconex, Procore or similar
• Current White Card, Driver's Licence and ability to obtain required project clearances

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience working on major civil utilities or infrastructure projects
• Exposure to water, sewer or utilities construction
• Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving skills
• A proactive attitude with a genuine willingness to learn and develop
• Ability to build positive working relationships across multidisciplinary project teams
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, delivery-focused construction environment

Why Join McMahon Services?

We offer a supportive, high-performance environment where your skills are valued, and your contributions are recognised. You'll enjoy:

• Competitive salary and genuine career progression opportunities
• Long-term, stable employment with a leading national contractor
• Exposure to one of South Australia's largest infrastructure projects
• Strong safety-first culture backed by experienced operational leaders

At McMahon Services, we embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental values. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation, creativity and a deeper understanding of the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.