Cimic Group Graduate Program 2027 - Nz

CPB Contractors Pty Limited; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CPB Contractors, part of CIMIC Group, is offering a two-year Graduate Program in New Zealand for students or recent graduates in Construction Management and Quantity Surveying. You will rotate across sites and projects, gaining exposure to diverse roles and mentorship from leaders to accelerate your career.

You will relocate to various sites as rotations require, develop on-the-job skills, and join a global organisation delivering iconic infrastructure. Applications close 15 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Graduate or final-year student in Construction Management or related disciplines.
• Demonstrates ability to learn, adapt and deliver quality outcomes.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to relocate to various sites for rotations.

Job description

CIMIC Group Graduate Program

CIMIC Group invests in future leaders by providing graduates with exposure to a global organisation across multiple industries. The CIMIC Group graduate program gives graduates the opportunity to learn and develop while working on some of the world’s most iconic construction, mining, mineral processing, services, and public private partnership projects – you’ll be part of something BIGGER.

Graduates enter the program working at one of CIMIC Group’s companies: CPB Contractors, Sedgman or UGL.

Graduates receive structured, on-the-job training, guided learning plans and leadership mentoring. Over the two-year program, you will be building your career as you experience two one-year rotations with placements in various roles and projects.

For an overview of CIMIC Group click here.

Your future starts here!

CPB Contractors is Australia’s leading contractor and the largest infrastructure construction company in our region. Part of the CIMIC Group, we proudly deliver Australia’s future through collaboration, innovation and a commitment to safety and performance.

We hire for careers, not just project life. With more than 50 major projects in delivery across sectors including rail, tunnelling, civil, defence, resources and transport, CPB Contractors provides long‑term career pathways and development opportunities.

CPB Contractors is now looking across New Zealand for students or recent graduates in the following disciplines:

• Construction Management
• Quantity Surveyors

To be successful in this program, you will have the capability to:

• Learn new skills, be flexible and adaptable
• Work autonomously and as part of a team
• Deliver high quality outcomes, be outcome driven and self-motivated
• Communicate proactively and collaboratively
• Create positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Relocate to various sites and projects, as required by program rotations
• Innovate and propose creative solutions

CIMIC Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in the workplace. Applications are open to all Australian citizens and permanent residents, and New Zealand citizens.

Please note: This role is being, sourced directly by CPB Contractors. External agency applications will not be accepted.

Applications close 15th November 2026.