Site Engineer

Richard Crookes Constructions Pty; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional construction company is seeking Site Engineers to support the delivery of diverse projects across Newcastle and the Hunter New England region. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, experience in mid to large-scale building projects, and a strong commitment to health and safety. The role involves project coordination, design support, and site execution, ensuring quality outcomes and compliance with safety standards. Join a family-owned business that values its people and fosters professional growth.

Benefits

Structured training and development pathways

Work-life balance

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Relevant building and tertiary qualifications.
• Experience on mid to large-scale building projects.
• Strong technical capability with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project coordination and subcontractor management.
• Support resolution of design issues and provide technical input.
• Assist with preparation, monitoring and administration of project programs.
• Support quality assurance and environmental controls on site.
• Ensure compliance with WHS standards and site requirements.

Skills

Problem-solving mindset

Collaboration

Technical capability

Education

Relevant building qualifications

Job description

Overview

As our business grows, we're looking for talented Site Engineers to help deliver our diverse project portfolio across the region. At Richard Crookes Constructions (RCC), we’ve built a reputation for delivering high-quality projects with certainty. As a proudly family-owned Tier 2 builder, our continued growth across Newcastle and the Hunter New England region means we’re seeking passionate construction professionals to help deliver meaningful projects in the communities where we live and work. We’re committed to long-term partnerships — with our clients and our people, and we invest heavily in creating a supportive, inclusive environment where careers can genuinely thrive.

Why Join RCC?

• Diverse Local Projects — Work on a range of Education, Health, Community and Social Infrastructure projects across Newcastle and the wider Hunter region.
• Career Growth & Development — Benefit from structured training, mentoring and development pathways designed to support your progression as a Site Engineer and beyond.
• Family-Owned Values — Join a business that genuinely values its people, promotes work-life balance, and fosters a supportive, down-to-earth culture.
• Strong Local Pipeline — Be part of a growing regional team with a solid pipeline of secured work and long-term career stability in the Hunter.

The Opportunity

We are seeking Site Engineers to support the successful delivery of projects across Newcastle and the Hunter New England region, working closely with Project Engineers and site teams from early works through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Project & Site Support: Assist with project coordination and subcontractor management to ensure quality outcomes and on-time delivery.
• Design Coordination: Support the resolution of design issues and provide technical input during design and construction phases.
• Program Support: Assist with preparation, monitoring and administration of project programs.
• Site Execution: Support quality assurance, environmental controls and reporting on site progress.
• Health & Safety: Actively support RCC\'s strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with WHS standards and site requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Relevant building and tertiary qualifications
• Experience on mid to large-scale building projects (structures through to fit-out)
• Strong technical capability with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work collaboratively within site teams
• A genuine commitment to health, safety and quality outcomes

Ready to Build Your Future in the Hunter?

If you\'re looking to work on impactful local projects with a business that values people, culture and long-term careers, we\'d love to hear from you.