We’re representing a highly established and respected Civil and Structural Engineering Design Consultancy based in Melbourne’s inner east. With a strong local reputation, a collaborative culture, and a healthy pipeline of projects, they continue to grow steadily across land development and civil infrastructure sectors.
To support this ongoing growth, they’re now seeking a Civil Construction Engineer to join their team — someone who can bring technical skill, site experience, and strong communication to bridge the gap between design and delivery.
As a Civil Construction Engineer , you’ll play a pivotal role in managing and supporting the delivery of land development and civil infrastructure projects during the tender and construction phases .
You’ll act as the key liaison between the design team, contractors, and authorities , ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
This role suits a proactive engineer who enjoys working across both office and site environments , contributing to constructability, quality assurance, and project coordination.
Key Responsibilities
- Review drawings, specifications, and schedules prior to tender issue for accuracy and completeness.
- Manage tender processes – documentation, contractor liaison, queries, and assessment.
- Evaluate tenders for compliance, cost, and methodology, preparing recommendations.
- Conduct constructability reviews and identify design risks or value-engineering opportunities.
- Ensure all authority conditions, permits, and approvals are satisfied prior to commencement.
- Conduct and document regular site inspections to verify progress, quality, and compliance.
- Review progress claims, variations, and extensions of time (EOTs) for accuracy and validity.
- Prepare inspection reports, meeting minutes, and track project milestones.
- Coordinate RFIs and minor drawing updates between site teams and the design office.
- Undertake audits (e.g. MRWA) and assist with project close-out documentation and defect inspections.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
- 3–8 years’ experience in civil infrastructure, land development, or authority works.
- You MUST have proven local experience in a construction engineering role at a consultancy.
- Solid understanding of construction processes, materials, and standards (MRWA, DTP, Austroads, local councils).
- Demonstrated experience in contract administration (progress claims, variations, EOTs).
- Proven ability to liaise effectively with contractors, consultants, and authorities .
- DAS accreditation or MRWA audit experience (highly regarded).
- Competent with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD (for mark-ups), and PDF editing tools .
- Join a collaborative and respected local consultancy with a strong client base.
- Work directly with experienced Directors and Senior Associates.
- Exposure to a diverse range of projects within a stable and growing business .
- Convenient inner-east Melbourne location close to transport and amenities.
- Supportive, flexible, and family-friendly working culture.
