Civil Engineer - Water

Stantec; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Leave options

Learning programs

Mentorship

Wellbeing and connection opportunities

Insurance

Employee assistance program

Global network

Office social club

Job summary

Stantec in New Zealand's Wellington seeks a BE Civil Engineer with water infrastructure experience to join our Water team.

You will contribute to drinking water, wastewater, and hydropower projects, supported by a nationwide network of engineers, with 2–3 years' experience and mentoring from senior professionals.

This role offers professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a path to grow with an international infrastructure leader.

Qualifications

• BE Civil Engineer or equivalent with water infrastructure experience.
• 2–3 years of general civil engineering experience.
• Be part of a national team with mentoring from senior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits, field investigations and feasibility studies for proposed projects.
• Produce calculations, specifications and drawings to ensure that technical design will provide the appropriate solution.
• Work effectively with other design disciplines, local and global, to deliver projects on time, on budget and to appropriate quality.
• Maintain communication and develop ongoing contacts with clients as required.
• Contribute to proposal and bid development to support business development activities, including preparing proposal material as required.
• Complete all work in line with Stantec Core Values and in accordance with the Stantec Quality, Safety & Environment Systems and Project Quality Procedures.
• Minimise and control risk by commitment to the Stantec Quality, Health & Safety programmes and ensuring proactive use of our project management systems.
• Other duties as reasonably required.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Water Infrastructure

Team Collaboration

Site Visits

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Civil Engineer - Water - ( 260000K2 )

Description

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future‑proofing our cities and infrastructure.

We are designers, engineers, scientists, project managers, and strategic advisors. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

About The Role

Stantec’s Water team in New Zealand has an impressive portfolio of successful projects that benefit communities nationwide and beyond, with significant contributions to international work. Our water focus covers the management of drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and groundwater as a collective resource. Dams and hydropower are a key focus, driving resilience and renewable energy solutions. Tackling our water challenges is crucial, and our diverse local network includes over 360 water specialists dedicated to innovation.

We are looking for a BE Civil Engineer or equivalent with experience in general civil engineering projects, especially Water infrastructure. This is an opportunity to push your career forward as part of an international leader in infrastructure. You will join an established multi‑disciplined team in Auckland, where there is a cluster of experienced engineers and project managers who can guide and mentor you as you build your career. You will be applying the technical knowledge you have, working alongside senior and up and coming specialists around the country to ensure extensive development for you.

You will be growing the commercial understanding you have already learned with 2-3 years working experience.

Key Aspects Of The Role Will Be

• Conduct site visits, field investigations and feasibility studies for proposed projects.
• Produce calculations, specifications and drawings to ensure that technical design will provide the appropriate solution.
• Work effectively with other design disciplines, local and global, to deliver projects on time, on budget and to appropriate quality.
• Maintain communication and develop ongoing contacts with clients as required.
• Contribute to proposal and bid development to support business development activities, including preparing proposal material as required.
• Complete all work in line with Stantec Core Values and in accordance with the Stantec Quality, Safety & Environment Systems and Project Quality Procedures.
• Minimise and control risk by commitment to the Stantec Quality, Health & Safety programmes and ensuring proactive use of our project management systems.
• Other duties as reasonably required.

What We Offer

• Professional development and support.
• Flexible working arrangements, including purchasing up to an extra four weeks of leave and provision for school term contracts, part‑time, and job sharing.
• Learning and talent development programmes, including global, online, and on‑the‑job opportunities.
• Professional memberships.
• Service recognition awards.
• Mentorship.
• Wellbeing and connection opportunities.
• Health insurance, income continuance insurance, and life insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Developing Professionals Group, a global network for those with under 10 years of experience.
• Office Social Club and events.

About Stantec

We’ve been serving our clients and communities in Aotearoa New Zealand for over 125 years. With almost 900 professionals, our team is based in the main cities and throughout the regions. We collaborate across disciplines and sectors to bring buildings, energy, water, environmental, and transport projects to life. Globally, Stantec unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Additional Details

Primary Location : New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington

Organization : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full‑time

Job Posting : Aug 10, 2026, 6:35:11 PM

Req ID : 260000K2

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans.

Qualifications : Relevant tertiary qualification.