Civil Project Engineer | Lead NZ Civil Projects

Archway Recruitment; Otago; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Archway Recruitment is seeking a Project Engineer with proven NZ experience to manage Civil projects in Central Otago. You will deliver earthworks, drainage, roading and subdivisions while mentoring junior engineers on site.

You will lead ground crews, oversee QA and Health & Safety, plan programmes, track costs, and manage contracts administration to meet time, quality and safety targets. A full NZ driver’s license and NZ working rights are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Civil Engineering qualification and be able to demonstrate NZ project delivery experience.
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills are essential.
• Strong relationships with stakeholders and teams are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage Civil projects on site from start to finish.
• Oversee people, plant and contracts administration.
• Ensure QA, Health & Safety compliance and programme alignment.
• Plan programmes to deliver on time and within budget.
• Prepare claims and invoices for approval and track project costs.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Relationship management

On-site leadership

Education

Civil Engineering qualification

Job description

Archway Recruitment is seeking a Project Engineer with proven NZ experience to manage Civil projects in Central Otago. You will deliver earthworks, drainage, roading and subdivisions while mentoring junior engineers on site.

You will lead ground crews, oversee QA and Health & Safety, plan programmes, track costs, and manage contracts administration to meet time, quality and safety targets. A full NZ driver’s license and NZ working rights are required.