Civil Engineer

Beca; Hastings; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Flexible work

Health & gym discounts

Social club events

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Beca is seeking a Civil Engineer to join our Hastings team to lead and deliver a broad range of infrastructure projects across three-waters, transport and land development. You will work with local and wider teams, growing your skills and taking ownership of project outcomes in a collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes practical problem solving, proactive communication and a commitment to delivering high-quality client outcomes in the Hawke’s Bay region.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in a consulting or construction environment.
• Qualification in Civil Engineering and working towards Chartered Professional Engineer with Engineering New Zealand.
• Experience in general civil design and construction observation of three-waters and road/transport projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver projects on time and within budget while meeting client needs and expectations.
• Communicate proactively with team members, managers and clients about progress and deliverables.
• Contribute from conceptual design through to detailed design, procurement and construction.
• Develop technical capability, engineering judgement and design expertise.
• Demonstrate strong communication, presentation, networking and consulting skills.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships for ongoing and repeat business.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Networking

Consulting skills

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Chartered Professional Engineer in progress

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

OpenRoads Designer

12d

Job description

Te whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We're looking for a Civil Engineer to join our growing team in Hastings. We are open to both full-time and part-time applications, with this opportunity allowing you to work across a diverse range of projects including three-waters, transportation, and land and site development. This is a broad and varied role, suited to someone who is adaptable, resilient, and enjoys contributing to meaningful projects that shape our communities. No two days are the same. Supported by both the local team and Beca's wider network, you will have the opportunity to take ownership, with your professional growth shaped largely by your initiative, interests, and willingness to embrace new opportunities.

As a Civil Engineer, You Can Expect To

• Lead and deliver projects on time and within budget while meeting client needs and expectations.
• Communicate proactively and positively, ensuring team members, managers, and clients are kept informed of project progress and key deliverables.
• Contribute to projects from conceptual design through to detailed design, procurement, and construction.
• Continuously develop your technical capability, engineering judgement, design expertise, and understanding of emerging technologies and industry best practice.
• Demonstrate strong communication, presentation, networking, and consulting skills.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships that contribute to ongoing and repeat business opportunities.

Mōu ake | About you

You're passionate about engineering and problem-solving and enjoy working as part of a team to deliver meaningful infrastructure projects. You bring a proactive mindset, a willingness to learn, and enjoy applying practical solutions to real-world engineering challenges while delivering quality outcomes for clients.

You'll Also Have

• A minimum of 4 years' experience in a consulting or construction environment, working on infrastructure projects within the three-waters, land development energy, and/or transport sectors.
• A qualification in Civil Engineering and be working towards Chartered Professional Engineer with Engineering New Zealand.
• Experience in general civil design and construction observation of, three-waters, and/or road and transport (highly regarded).
• Experience using modelling software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer (ORD), or 12d.
• Contributes positively to team success and takes an active role in guiding and developing junior team members, helping build capability and confidence across the team.
• Familiarity with local council standards and codes of practice.
• Experience supporting asset management, maintenance, or renewals projects would be highly regarded.
• A positive, "can-do" attitude and a collaborative approach to working with others.
• Strong initiative, motivation, and a commitment to delivering excellent client outcomes.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to further develop your technical expertise while working on a broad range of infrastructure projects that positively impact communities across the Hawkes Bay region.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

A Career With Beca Will Provide You With

• Professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and caring work environment where you can bring your whole self to work.
• Flexible working arrangements to balance your personal / family commitments.
• Opportunities to learn from our industry experts and technical gurus across the Asia Pacific.
• A highly supportive environment of sharing and collaboration.
• Excellent benefits provided to all staff - including discounted health insurance, discounts on gym memberships, and a number of social club events. Beca prides itself on supporting a diverse and inclusive culture - open to inputs from creative people of all genders, ethnicity, identity, thought and experiences.