Bridge & Civil Structures Engineer - Construction Management

JobSpace; Napier; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is seeking a civil contracts professional to support procurement, contract administration, and construction delivery for the Napier Bridge Team. You will work closely with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams on bridge and civil structures projects.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil Engineering degree and at least 5 years in contract/construction management, with NZS391X contract experience and strong stakeholder communication. This is a full-time role in Napier.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years' professional experience in contract and construction management.
• Experience working on bridge and civil structures projects.
• Experience serving as Engineer's Representative Assistant and/or Contract Administrator Assistant.
• Demonstrated experience preparing contract documentation and supporting contract delivery.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to engage stakeholders.
• Collaborative, solutions-focused and client-centric approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of bridge and civil structures infrastructure projects during procurement and construction phases.
• Assist with contract administration and Engineer's Representative responsibilities.
• Prepare tender, procurement, and contract documentation.
• Support project planning, programme management, budgeting, and reporting.
• Prepare project briefs, offers of service, and fee estimates.
• Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development and team growth initiatives.

Skills

Contract administration

Stakeholder engagement

Bridge/civil structures experience

Engineer’s Representative experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

NZS391X contracts

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Join our Napier Bridge Team and help deliver bridge and civil structures infrastructure projects that make a real impact in our communities. You'll support procurement, contract administration, and construction delivery, working closely with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of bridge and civil structures infrastructure projects during procurement and construction phases.
• Assist with contract administration and Engineer's Representative responsibilities.
• Prepare tender, procurement, and contract documentation.
• Support project planning, programme management, budgeting, and reporting.
• Prepare project briefs, offers of service, and fee estimates.
• Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development and team growth initiatives.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years' professional experience in contract and construction management.
• Experience working on bridge and civil structures projects.
• Experience serving as an Engineer's Representative Assistant and/or Contract Administrator Assistant (or equivalent), with working knowledge of the NZS391X suite of contracts.
• Demonstrated experience preparing contract documentation and supporting contract delivery.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders.
• A collaborative, solutions-focused, and client-centric approach.

This position is full time, 40 hours and 5 days per week. The remuneration range for this position is $100,000 - $110,000 per annum, depending on experience.

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