Civil Site Engineer - Roads & Infrastructure

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Project completion bonuses

Accommodation allowance

Travel allowance

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Civil Site Engineer to manage road and infrastructure construction on-site in Queenstown. You''ll supervise daily activities, ensure compliance with designs, quality standards, and safety regulations.

The role offers on-site work with accommodations and travel support, along with an attractive salary and opportunities for career advancement through hands-on project delivery.

Qualifications

• B.Eng or Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in civil engineering construction, focusing on roads and infrastructure.
• Proven experience in site supervision and project execution.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and quality control procedures.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations on construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily construction activities on site, ensuring adherence to project plans and schedules.
• Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with design specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Conduct quality control checks and inspections of materials and workmanship.
• Identify and resolve site-specific technical issues and conflicts in coordination with the project team.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports for site activities.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors and direct labor on site.

Skills

Site supervision

Project execution

Quality control

Health and safety

Report writing

Education

B.Eng or Diploma in Civil Engineering

4+ years in civil engineering construction (roads/infrastructure)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and hands‑on Civil Site Engineer to manage construction activities for roads and infrastructure projects in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This role is critical for ensuring that projects are executed according to design specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations on‑site. You will be responsible for supervising construction teams, monitoring progress, and resolving technical challenges that arise during the construction phase. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who thrives in a field‑based role and wants to contribute directly to the physical development of infrastructure in the Eastern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily construction activities on site, ensuring adherence to project plans and schedules.
• Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with design specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Conduct quality control checks and inspections of materials and workmanship.
• Identify and resolve site‑specific technical issues and conflicts in coordination with the project team.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports for site activities.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors and direct labor on site.

Requirements

• B.Eng or Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in civil engineering construction , with a focus on roads and infrastructure.
• Proven experience in site supervision and project execution.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and quality control procedures.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations on construction sites.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks on site in Queenstown .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for project completion bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on significant infrastructure development projects.
• Accommodation and travel allowance provided for site-based work.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Gain valuable site experience and career advancement opportunities.