Entry-Level Civil Engineer: Hands-On Experience & Mentoring

Eliot Sinclair & Partners Ltd.

Queenstown

On-site

NZD 50,000 - 65,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Health insurance
Flexible working hours
Relocation support (apartment above QL

Job summary

Eliot Sinclair & Partners Ltd. in Queenstown, New Zealand, invites a Graduate Civil Engineer to join our team and build practical experience on high-quality civil infrastructure and land development projects across the South Island.

You’ll learn from experienced professionals, contribute to design, site visits, and documentation, and progressively take on more responsibility as your skills grow.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or near completion.
  • Genuine interest in civil infrastructure and land development.
  • Proactive, solutions-focused approach and willingness to learn.
  • Strong attention to detail and practical problem-solving skills.
  • Clear communication and ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

  • Support civil infrastructure and land development projects including roading, drainage, stormwater, wastewater and water reticulation.
  • Assist with engineering designs, technical documentation, tender documents and schedules of prices.
  • Develop understanding of design standards, project requirements and construction processes.
  • Attend site visits to observe project progression.
  • Collaborate with clients, project managers and specialists across disciplines.
  • Learn from experienced engineers and gradually take on more responsibility.

Skills

Teamwork
Willingness to learn
Attention to detail
Clear communication

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Job description

Eliot Sinclair & Partners Ltd. in Queenstown, New Zealand, invites a Graduate Civil Engineer to join our team and build practical experience on high-quality civil infrastructure and land development projects across the South Island.

You’ll learn from experienced professionals, contribute to design, site visits, and documentation, and progressively take on more responsibility as your skills grow.

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