Site Engineer at RM Watson

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Site Engineering, Subcontractor Management, Quality Control, Safety Compliance, Construction Drawing Interpretation, Project Scheduling, Technical Coordination, Problem Solving, Office 365, Remedial Construction, Site Management, Communication Skills

Industry

Construction

Description

At RM Watson, we specialise in delivering complex remedial and façade projects across live, operational, and technically demanding environments. Renowned for our expertise, quality workmanship, and commitment to safety, we partner with leading clients to restore, strengthen, and enhance the longevity and performance of their built assets. Our success is founded on a commitment to quality, innovation, and disciplined project delivery. We uphold the highest standards of safety, compliance, and workmanship while fostering a collaborative, accountable, and solutions-focused culture that empowers our people to perform at their best. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Site Engineer to support the successful delivery of major projects and complex remedial works. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by coordinating site activities, providing technical expertise, ensuring quality and safety standards are met, and working closely with project teams to drive successful project outcomes. The Site Engineer is responsible for supporting the day-to-day delivery of remedial construction projects by coordinating site activities, managing subcontractors, and ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with project specifications and standards. Reporting to the Project Engineer or Project Manager, the role focuses on maintaining site records, supporting program delivery, and verifying quality and safety compliance. Working primarily on live and occupied sites, the Site Engineer serves as a key link between site operations and the broader project team. This role plays an active part in problem-solving, technical coordination, and maintaining clear communication with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants to ensure high-quality, timely project outcomes. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA * Tertiary qualifications in Engineering. * 1+ year Previous experience in the construction industry. * Site engineering and day to day site management experience. * Working knowledge of building codes, remedial construction methods, and industry standards. * Experience in planning and organising work schedules and a demonstrated ability to deliver to timelines. * Demonstrated experience in effective supervision, monitoring of sub-contractors and other trades. * Demonstrated experience in a Contracts Administrator, Project Administrator/Coordinator role * Knowledge of quality control process and documentation on construction sites. * Demonstrated experience in providing technical assistance to supervisory personnel. * Experience managing safety process on site. * Proven ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications. * Demonstrated ability to build solid relationships with the team and client. * Proactive team player with the ability to work independently. * Well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure. * High level of organisation with the ability to prioritise and multitask effectively. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Solid computer literacy, including proficiency in Office 365 suite (Project, Outlook, Word, Excel). * Current Drivers licence. * White card. DESIRABLE CRITERIA * Diploma in Building & Construction * Experience with SignOnSite or similar * Experience using Procore or similar * Remedial experience highly advantageous * Bluebeam/CAD skills desirable * Working at Heights * First aid Next Steps We are seeking a motivated Site Engineer who is passionate about construction, committed to quality, and eager to make an impact on complex projects. If you're ready to take ownership, develop your technical expertise, and be part of a high-performing team, we'd like to hear from you. Apply now! Pre-employment Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all required pre-employment checks. NOTE RM Watson does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate referrals from recruitment agencies. We kindly request that recruiters do not contact us in relation to this vacancy. Any unsolicited resumes sent to RM Watson will be considered the property of RM Watson and will be treated as direct applications without any obligation for payment of referral fees. Access to our Discretionary Employee Bonus Scheme Collaborative, values‑driven environment Competitive remuneration aligned to experience Company Employee Assistance Program Mobile phone allowance

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Responsibilities

The Site Engineer coordinates day-to-day site activities and manages subcontractors to ensure remedial construction projects are delivered safely and efficiently. The role focuses on maintaining site records, verifying quality compliance, and serving as a technical link between site operations and the project team.