Careers

Due to a positive pipeline of upcoming work in the top of the South Island and our continued commitment to delivering value for our clients, we’re seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to be based in our Nelson office and play a key role within the local civil engineering team.

Who you are…

You’re an enthusiastic and motivated civil engineer who enjoys designing and delivering practical infrastructure solutions and working closely with clients, contractors and local authorities. You thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and enjoy contributing to projects that range from small residential developments through to commercial sites and larger infrastructure projects.

You’re confident managing your own workload and enjoy working in a dynamic, energetic consulting environment where initiative, technical capability and strong communication skills are valued.

Your purpose…

The Senior Civil Engineer will play an important role in the delivery of civil engineering projects within our Nelson office. Working within our multidisciplinary team of civil, structural, geotechnical and environmental engineers, surveyors and planners, you will contribute to the design and delivery of a wide range of projects.

You will apply your technical expertise across infrastructure design including roading, water supply, stormwater and wastewater systems, while building strong working relationships with clients, contractors and local authorities throughout the project lifecycle.

This is a key technical role requiring sound engineering judgement, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage projects and deliver practical solutions for clients.

Your daily adventures will include…

• Delivering civil engineering design across infrastructure and land development projects
• Preparing technical reports, design documentation and engineering assessments
• Undertaking design for roading, water supply, stormwater and wastewater infrastructure
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including structural, geotechnical, environmental and surveying specialists
• Engaging with clients, contractors and local authorities throughout project delivery
• Applying 3D design tools and modelling software to support engineering solutions
• Managing your own projects and workload to deliver high-quality outcomes for clients

To be successful in this role you will ideally…

• Have a minimum of five years’ experience in infrastructure design or land development and hold a relevant tertiary qualification
• Be a Chartered Professional Engineer or working toward chartership
• Have a strong understanding of relevant New Zealand standards and engineering codes of practice, particularly within the Tasman region
• Be experienced with 3D design using Autodesk Civil3D
• Have experience with stormwater and water modelling software such as SSA, EPANET, or HEC-HMS
• Demonstrate strong English communication skills, both written and verbal
• Be able to manage your time effectively and take ownership of your workload and projects
• Bring a positive, fun and outgoing personality to a collaborative team environment

What we offer…

We offer the opportunity to work within a long-established and highly respected New Zealand consultancy delivering a diverse range of engineering projects. You’ll be supported by experienced professionals across multiple disciplines while enjoying a high level of autonomy in your role.

We also offer excellent remuneration and a strong commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Why you will love it here…

We have a distinctive team culture built around a non-hierarchical structure and a “leaders as coaches” philosophy. Principals and directors work alongside teams in an open-plan environment, fostering accessibility, collaboration and professional growth. We also maintains a strong social culture, with regular events and activities that support connection across the business.

What we care about…

We care about the environment and the communities where we live and work. Supporting them is important to us, and we do this through hands-on involvement, raising awareness and supporting causes that make a difference to New Zealanders’ lives.