Construction Engineer

Fulton Hogan; Kaitaia; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Parental leave top up

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Fulton Hogan in Kaitaia is seeking a Construction Engineer to help plan and deliver civil construction work that benefits local communities. You’ll work with experienced leaders and site teams, bringing a practical mindset and strong coordination skills.

The role suits someone who values ownership, variety, and ongoing growth. You’ll contribute to safe and efficient project delivery and help keep programmes on track.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in civil construction, engineering, or project delivery.
• Tertiary qualification in engineering or related field.
• Proven planning, communication, and problem-solving skills in project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of construction projects from start to finish.
• Work alongside site crews, supervisors, and project leaders to keep work on track, on budget, and to a high standard.
• Monitor project progress, programme, and quality requirements, and help resolve issues as they come up.
• Contribute to safety, environmental, and compliance outcomes across all project activities.
• Build strong working relationships with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders.

Skills

Planning

Communication

Problem solving

Client/stakeholder relations

Collaborative approach

Safety and quality focus

Education

Engineering degree or related field

Job description

Mō te tūranga | About the role

We’re looking for a Construction Engineer to join our team in Kaitaia. In this role, you’ll help plan and deliver civil construction work that makes a real difference in our communities. You’ll work closely with experienced leaders and site teams, bringing a practical mindset, strong coordination skills, and a focus on doing Good Work every day.

This is a role for someone who likes variety, takes ownership, and wants to keep growing. At Fulton Hogan, ideas matter more than titles. You’ll be backed to contribute, solve problems, and help keep projects moving safely and efficiently.

Ngā tino kawenga mahi | Key role responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of construction projects from start to finish.
• Work alongside site crews, supervisors, and project leaders to keep work on track, on budget, and to a high standard.
• Monitor project progress, programme, and quality requirements, and help resolve issues as they come up.
• Contribute to strong safety, environmental, and compliance outcomes across all project activities.
• Build solid working relationships with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders.

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We’re looking for someone with

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in civil construction, engineering, or project delivery in a similar environment. (must have)
• A relevant tertiary qualification in engineering or a related field. (must have)
• Proven planning, communication, and problem-solving skills in project delivery.
• Experience as the lead on client and stakeholder relationships internal and external.
• A collaborative approach and confidence working with a range of people, finding solutions and building trust and confidence.
• A genuine commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits

At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. You’ll have access to:

• Medical insurance and Life insurance after the eligibility period.
• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7%.
• Parental leave top up payment with additional return to work support.
• Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities.
• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers.

Ko wai mātou | About us

At Fulton Hogan, Good Work is at the heart of everything we do. It’s not just about what we deliver, but how we show up for each other and the communities we work in. We’re flat, friendly, and forward moving. We take the work seriously, not ourselves.

You’ll join a team that backs good ideas, values honest relationships, and knows that high standards and a good laugh can go hand in hand. If you want to be part of a business that keeps moving, keeps improving, and gives people room to grow, you’ll fit right in.