Site Civil Engineer

INTEC Energy Solutions delivers best-in-class services in Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Project Development, Consultancy, and Operation & Maintenance, along with New Energy Solutions. With a globally experienced team, INTEC has managed over 200 projects and achieved an installed and secured capacity of 5 GW. Headquartered in the United Kingdom, INTEC also operates offices in Germany, Türkiye, Spain, Azerbaijan, Romania, Mauritius, Mauritania, Australia, New Zealand and the Philippines, with plans for further expansion.

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Site Engineer (Civil) to join our team on large-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects based in Australia and New Zealand. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil construction and infrastructure works, including site grading, earthworks, road construction, drainage systems, foundations, equipment plinths, cable trenches, and structural concrete works, ideally with experience in utility-scale Solar PV, BESS, substations, or other large-scale infrastructure and energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all civil construction activities on utility-scale Solar PV and BESS project sites.
• Ensure civil works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, quality standards, and applicable HSE requirements.
• Review civil drawings, technical specifications, method statements, and construction procedures prior to execution.
• Monitor and supervise site grading, earthworks, road construction, drainage systems, foundations, equipment plinths, cable trenches, fencing, and associated civil infrastructure.
• Coordinate daily site activities with subcontractors, survey teams, consultants, client representatives, and other project disciplines.
• Monitor construction progress, identify risks or delays, and implement corrective actions to maintain the project schedule.
• Verify quantities, review subcontractor progress, and support preparation of progress reports.
• Participate in inspections, quality control activities, and ensure compliance with approved Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Resolve technical issues in coordination with engineering, construction, and quality teams.
• Support project planning, site logistics, and interface management between civil, electrical, and mechanical works.
• Ensure accurate as-built records and support project documentation and handover activities.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture in compliance with company and project HSE requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in civil construction of utility-scale Solar PV, BESS, substations, or other infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience working on EPC construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of earthworks, foundations, concrete structures, drainage systems, roads, cable trenches, and site development works.
• Ability to read and interpret civil drawings, layouts, specifications, and construction documentation.
• Familiarity with international construction standards and quality control procedures.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and multidisciplinary site teams.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluent English is required.
• Willingness to travel internationally and work on project sites.

Preferred Experience

• Experience on utility-scale Solar PV projects (50 MW+).
• Experience supporting Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects.
• Experience with international EPC contractors.
• Familiarity with Australian and/or New Zealand construction standards and regulations.
• Experience working in multicultural and multidisciplinary project environments.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on large-scale international Solar PV and BESS projects.
• Career development within a fast-growing global renewable energy company.
• International exposure through collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Dynamic, collaborative, and multicultural working environment.
• Excellent long-term career progression opportunities within a global EPC organization.

Join INTEC Energy Solutions and contribute to the successful delivery of world-class renewable energy infrastructure across Australia and New Zealand.