Intermediate Civil Engineer

HainesAttract; Christchurch; Hybrid; NZD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an intermediate civil engineer ready to take the next step in their career. Join a supportive team in Christchurch, where you'll work on diverse projects across infrastructure and land development. This role offers genuine flexibility in career progression, allowing you to shape your own path, whether through technical expertise or leadership. With a focus on mentorship and ownership, you'll have the chance to make a real impact from day one. If you’re eager to grow in a collaborative environment that values your input, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid Overtime

Annual Wellbeing Allowance

Regular Development Check-ins

Hybrid Working

Flexible Hours

Shareholding Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of civil engineering experience in consultancy.
• Comfortable working on site and engaging with contractors.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to meaningful projects across infrastructure and land development.
• Engage with contractors and lead project delivery phases.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Communication Skills

Project Delivery

Site Engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Supportive Culture | Varied Projects | Clear Development Path

You’ve got a few years under your belt — now you’re ready for more.
This role is designed for an intermediate civil engineer who wants to grow; technically, professionally, and personally. You’ll be part of our Christchurch team, contributing to meaningful projects across the country and taking ownership of your work from day one.

At Riley, we’re big on practical solutions and even bigger on backing our people. If you’re looking for variety, mentorship, and the chance to shape your own career, this is a great time to come on board.

Why this role, and why now?

• Our Christchurch office is growing, and you’ll be stepping into a team that’s busy, collaborative, and hungry for fresh thinking.

• You’ll work across all phases of project delivery, not just the design desk.

• There’s genuine flexibility in how your career progresses; whether that’s technical expertise, delivery leadership, or people management.

• Riley’s ownership model means your voice carries weight, and your long-term future is something we want to invest in.

What you’ll get:

• Diverse projects across infrastructure, energy, land development and more

• The chance to take ownership and grow at your pace

• Paid overtime for the extra effort

• Annual wellbeing allowance + regular development check-ins

• Hybrid working and flexible hours

• Shareholding opportunities if that’s your goal

What we’re looking for:

• 3–5 years’ civil engineering experience in consultancy (ideally land development / 3 waters)

• Comfortable working on site and engaging with contractors

• A great communicator who wants to learn and lead

• NZ experience preferred but not essential

If you're ready to take that next step with a team that supports your growth and shares your values, then we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or reach out for a chat.