Associate Engineer (Structures)

Egis; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development

Job summary

Egis is seeking an Associate Engineer in New Zealand to lead technically complex Building and Structures projects across local and national scopes. You will direct engineers and manage inter-related responsibilities with a focus on quality, schedule, and budget.

The role emphasizes accreditation, CPEng status, and strong interpersonal skills to maintain client relationships and deliver high-profile projects for a growing portfolio across Canterbury and beyond.

Qualifications

• 12+ years’ experience in Buildings and Structures within a consultancy.
• Accredited tertiary qualifications in Engineering with Structural expertise.
• CPEng status is desired.
• Excellent client management and communication skills.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and deliver high-profile projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise across project lifecycle to deliver economical, practical solutions.
• Lead planning and management of medium to large-scale projects with tenders and design documentation.
• Manage project performance, financials, and resource planning.
• Develop junior engineers and project resources.
• Act as project liaison and report progress to clients.
• Maintain positive client relationships and ensure service delivery.
• Prepare and review high level technical reports.

Skills

Structural Engineering

Client Management

Project Delivery

NZ Codes

CPEng

Education

Engineering degree (Accredited)

Job description

About Us

Egis is a leading global organisation in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services. We partner with clients to design, deliver and operate smarter infrastructure and places that respond to the worlds evolving needs.

With more than 22,000 employees worldwide, we combine global capability with strong local insight. Our multidisciplinary expertise enables us to deliver innovative, practical and sustainable solutions that help build more balanced, resilient communities.

At Egis, you’ll be part of a business shaping the future of cities, transport, energy and the built environment, creating lasting impact where it matters most.

About the Role

As an Associate Engineer in our New Zealand business, your impact will be in the planning and delivery of technically complex Building and Structures projects, locally and nationally. You will also direct technical professionals engaged in inter-related engineering responsibilities.

What you’ll do

• Provide technical expertise and advice through the different stages of the project lifecycle to deliver practical and economical solutions that meet client requirements.
• Lead the planning and management of medium to large-scale projects including producing and/or coordinating tender documentation, design documentation/specifications and project deliverables within agreed project timeframes and budget.
• Manage project performance, financials, and resource planning.
• Contribute to the training and development of junior engineers and project resources
• Act as project liaison, monitor project progress and provide project status reports to client/s.
• Develop and maintain positive client relationship/s, to ensure on-going client satisfaction and service delivery.
• Prepare and reviews high level and complex technical reports.

What do we need from you

Ideally, you will have 12+ years’ experience with demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and strong technical expertise within Buildings and Structures within a consultancy environment. In addition, you will also:

• Accredited tertiary qualifications in Engineering with Structural Engineering expertise.
• Local knowledge of New Zealand Engineering codes and principles.
• CPEng status.
• Excellent client management skills with established network within local market.
• Demonstrated expertise in the management and successful delivery of projects of scope.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team, including the ability to interpret and communication technical information to non-engineers.
• Experience in managing a project team to deliver high profile projects in a timely and efficient manner.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate with stakeholders, authorises, clients and contractors at all levels.
• An encouraging attitude towards helping to develop members of the team as well as drive to grow your own career.

What's in it for you?

We are open to considering this role on a full-time, part-time or job-share basis. Please let us know of your flexibility requirements.

Egis is committed to creating an inclusive, creative culture that embraces diversity and flexibility. If you are looking for a new challenge, want to participate growth of a successful business and join a passionate and entrepreneurial team, then don't wait,