Site Engineer - Utilities / ITS

CPB Contractors; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous parental leave

Quarterly social events

Reward and recognition program

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

SPARK is delivering Melbourne's North East Link Central Package as a Design and Construction Contractor. The Site Engineer will manage daily site activities in the Surface Works Team, coordinating subcontractors and ensuring safety, quality and compliance.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and proven construction experience, with strong planning, budgeting and stakeholder communication skills for a fast-paced project environment in Melbourne.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Proven construction or infrastructure project experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Short term planning and programming of works with supervision and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with specifications, approvals, standards and Spark Risk processes.
• Coordinate with project management and design teams to deliver on time and within budget.
• Maintain daily site records, QA/QC documentation, and progress reports.
• Assist with method statements, construction programmes and resource planning.

Skills

Construction experience

Engineering fundamentals

Project management software

Tier 1 exposure

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

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The Spark Consortium has been selected to deliver the Central Package of the North East Link Project - Victoria's biggest road project.

The Spark Consortium’s Design and Construction Contractor - which comprises Webuild, CPB Contractors, GS Engineering and Construction and China Construction Oceania - will deliver the twin three-lane tunnels and key interchanges for the project.

The Central Package will be delivered as a Public Private Partnership and provides three-lane twin tunnels that will close the missing link in Melbourne’s freeway network from the M80 Ring Road to an upgraded Eastern Freeway, reducing journey times and diverting heavy vehicles away from local roads. Up to 135,000 vehicles will use North East Link every day, reducing congestion in the north-east while maintaining local roads.

About the Opportunity

Exciting opportunity available for a motivated Site Engineer who will play a key role in delivering civil infrastructure works in our Surface Works Team. with a focus on Civil, Utilities, ITS, Traffic Signals and Street lighting. The role involves managing daily site activities, coordinating subcontractors, ensuring compliance with specifications and safety standards, and maintaining quality control. The Site Engineer will work closely with project management and design teams to ensure works are delivered on time, within budget, and to required standards.

This role will be accountable for:

• Short term planning and programming of works in conjunction with site supervision and subcontractors
• Ensure compliance of the works with technical specifications, applicable legislation, approvals and standards and Spark Risk Management process
• Conduct and administer overall job planning and programming including short range and intermediate activities for construction projects for approval by the Project Manager
• Undertake cost controlling and estimating as required by the Site Manager
• Implement and communicate risk controls and actions involved in delivery and implementation of projects
• Ensure sufficient resources are available to maintain environmental compliance and continuous improvement
• Review and interpret project drawings, specifications, and ITPs
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth workflow
• Maintain daily site records, progress reports, and QA/QC documentation
• Ensure compliance with WHS regulations and company policies
• Assist with preparing work methodologies, construction programs, and resource planning

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering

Minimum requirements for this role:

• Proven experiencein construction or infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of engineering, techniques, and applications
• Proficiency in project management software and tools
• Experience working with a Tier 1 contractor highly desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

What we Offer:

• Ongoing career support and development opportunities
• Generous parental leave
• Quarterly social eventsReward and recognition program
• Flexible working arrangements

SPARK is committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) and actively seeks to remove barriers people may face in gaining a successful position on the North East Link Central Package. We value diversity, inclusion and equity through providing a working environment where all employees feel included, valued, and free to bring their different skills, experiences and perspectives.

Whilst we are keen to hear from candidates with proven infrastructure project experience or experience working for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 Contractor to be a part of an iconic construction project in Melbourne, Victoria, we also will consider applicants who are seeking to enter or re-enter the industry.