Design / Project Engineer

McAlpine Hussmann; Auckland; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Company vehicle

Discounted Health Insurance

Rewards platform with vendor discounts

Career development

On-job training

Social work environment

Pre-employment drug screen

Criminal conviction check

Job summary

McAlpine Hussmann in Auckland is seeking a Design / Project Engineer to join the AC Contracts Department. You will design and detail HVAC systems and prepare tender estimates and cost plans for design & build projects.

This role requires strong collaboration with clients and design groups, coordination with staff and subcontractors to meet client specifications and deadlines. Experience with BIM and CAD tools is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience in the construction and engineering industry, preferably within Mechanical Services (HVAC), Building Services, or related disciplines.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering, Building Services or a related field.
• Knowledge and experience in HVAC design and application engineering, quantity take-off and estimation.
• Working knowledge and experience in Autodesk Revit for mechanical services modelling will be an advantage.
• Strong working knowledge of Autodesk Navisworks Manage, Revisto, StreamBIM or similar including clash detection, clash analysis, and coordination workflows.
• Experience working with consultant and contractor models across architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and fire disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Design and detailed engineering of HVAC systems and preparation of tender estimates and cost plans for design & build projects.
• Liaise with clients and their design groups and coordinate with staff and subcontractors to ensure price and quality meet client specifications.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to interpret drawings and construction documentation.

Skills

HVAC design

Navisworks

Revit

Clash detection

Project coordination

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Navisworks Manage

Revisto

StreamBIM

ACC / BIM 360

Job description

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McAlpine Hussmann - Auckland, North Island

Want to complement our experienced team and share your industry skills and knowledge across a diverse and growing customer base? Then why not join the great team at McAlpine Hussmann!

About the role:

We have a vacancy available in our Headoffice, based in Mt Wellington, for a highly motivated and experienced Design / Project Engineer to join our AC Contracts Department. As a Design / Project Engineer you will be responsible for the design and detailed engineering of HVAC systems and the preparation of tender estimates and cost plans for design & build specified projects. This role involves liaising with clients and their design groups, and coordinating with staff and subcontractors to ensure the best possible price and quality outcomes that meet client specifications.

The key skills required for this role include:

Minimum 4 years' experience in the construction and engineering industry, preferably within Mechanical Services (HVAC), Building Services, or related disciplines.

A relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering, Building Services or a related field.

Knowledge and experience in HVAC design and application engineering, quantity take-off and estimation.

Working knowledge and experience in Autodesk Revit for mechanical services modelling will be an advantage.

Strong working knowledge of Autodesk Navisworks Manage, Revisto, StreamBIM or similar including clash detection, clash analysis, and coordination workflows.

Experience working with consultant and contractor models across architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and fire disciplines.

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documentation.

Experience using Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), BIM 360 or similar Common Data Environment (CDE) platforms will be an advantage.

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting project deadlines.

What can we offer you?

McAlpine Hussmann is at the leading edge of providing commercial refrigeration and air conditioning throughout Australasia. We have a global footprint and being part of the multi-national company Panasonic, we have access to international research and development and world-class products. A role with us is a great opportunity to join a well-regarded and highly skilled team and expand your career in a rapidly changing industry.

Benefits and Perks:

Competitive remuneration

Company vehicle from modern fleet

Discounted Health Insurance with Southern Cross

Reward and recognition platform with company discounts from a wide variety of vendors

Opportunity for ongoing development and career progression

Relevant on-job training provided

A great social place to work and a dedicated team who will support you to extend your current skills and grow your competencies

The successful applicant will be asked to do a pre-employment drug screen and provide a satisfactory criminal conviction check.

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.