Civil Engineer

JobSpace; Hastings; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Discounted health insurance

Gym membership discounts

Social club events

Job summary

Beca is seeking a Civil Engineer to join our Hastings team. The role covers a broad range of infrastructure projects including three-waters, transportation, and land development.

Open to both full-time and part-time applicants, this position offers ownership of work and opportunities for growth within a supportive network. You will work with a local team and Beca's wider Asia Pacific network, contributing from design through construction and continuing to develop technical capabilities and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in a consulting or construction environment.
• Qualified 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 transport projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Communicate proactively with team, managers and clients on progress and deliverables.
• Contribute from conceptual design to procurement and construction.
• Develop engineering judgement and knowledge of emerging technologies.

Skills

Project management

Client liaison

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

OpenRoads Designer

12d

Job description

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.

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.

What we offer

A career with Beca will provide you with:

• 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.