Site Engineer

The Company

COLAS Australia, a leader in the Road Construction and Maintenance Industry, was formed in 2008 with the acquisition of SAMI Bitumen Technologies. COLAS Australia has continued to expand its operations throughout Australia with the acquisition of a number of local companies and is now supported by over 700 employees across 15 work sites in 5 states.

The Role

We are looking for an energetic Site Engineer to join our team, based in Caloundra.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will assist with building/managing stakeholder relationships, establishing project timelines and budgets that allow for the delivery of the most strategic functionality within the project constraints.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Complete preplanning with project teams and/or client, ensuring program requirements are discussed and reviewed collaboratively with Supervisor.
• Support Supervisor and paving teams in areas relating to design, specification and quality, including during discussions with client representatives as required.
• Analyses site locations and conduct surveys to determine the feasibility and requirements of civil engineering projects.
• Assist in optimising financial performance through the coordination, programming and administration of all contracting operations and obligations to meet or exceed contract requirements.
• Assist in developing project specific inductions and communicating project hazards and WHSEQ requirements and design risk assessments and controls with project personnel.
• Assist in identifying equipment and personnel and competency requirements for the contract works.
• Assist in reviewing sub-contractor plant, SWMS and personnel.
• Communicate effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions.
• Report and assist in the resolution of conflicts and disputes.
• Other duties as required.

The successful candidate will possess the following skills and competencies:

• Civil Engineering Tertiary Qualifications.
• Proven success in estimating/ contract negotiation / contract administration or project management experience in the construction or civil construction industry.
• Proven experience in the surfacing industry.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills with demonstrated ability to execute projects on time and on budget.
• Proficient MS Office skills: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project.

Culture & Benefits:

At COLAS Australia our people are vital to our success. Our employees make us different and set us apart from our competitors. Our goal is to attract, retain and develop visionary, talented, and passionate individuals. Our people are central to everything we do.

The successful applicant will be rewarded with:

• $80,000 + Super + Allowances
• Corporate Fitness Program + discounts on meals, supplements, active wear & MORE
• Life insurance & health care benefits
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Employee recognition & assistance programs
• Free annual flu vaccinations + skin checks

Colas Australia Group does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from Recruitment Agencies. Colas Australia Group will not pay any placement fees relating to unsolicited resume referrals.

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"Colas Australia are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander & people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply"

Successful applicants will be contacted via phone.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $78,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person