Intermediate Civil Engineer – Stormwater

Awa Environmental; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible working arrangements

Career development programmes

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

AWA Environmental, Auckland-based, seeks an Intermediate Civil Engineer - Stormwater to design stormwater systems, assess hydrology, model outcomes, and support consenting across New Zealand.

The role collaborates with water specialists and multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, construction-ready solutions while mentoring graduates and contributing to team capability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with 4–8 years in stormwater or civil infrastructure.
• Strong hydrology and flood risk assessment knowledge.
• Experience designing stormwater infrastructure incl. pipe networks, wetlands and detention systems.

Responsibilities

• Stormwater design including pipes, culverts and wetlands.
• Interpret modelling outputs and translate into engineering solutions.
• Develop integrated stormwater solutions prioritising water quality and resilience.
• Prepare assessments and reports to support consents and approvals.
• Manage deliverables, budgets and client relationships.
• Provide site support during construction and coordinate contractors.
• Mentor graduate and junior engineers.

Skills

Stormwater design

Hydrology

2D modelling

Civil infrastructure

Stakeholder engagement

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

GIS

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

SWMM

Job description

Intermediate Civil Engineer – Stormwater

The opportunity

Our work ranges from engineering and consenting for large residential and industrial developments to landscape assessments of roads and wetlands, and the building of sophisticated flood models for urban catchments and major transport infrastructure.

Whether leading delivery or contributing specialist expertise, we work closely with iwi, partners, and stakeholders to achieve positive results for our clients, always with heart and excellence.

With exciting projects and opportunities ahead, we are seeking an exceptional Intermediate Civil Engineer - Stormwater to provide civil engineering design with a focus on stormwater for our clients in Auckland and across New Zealand. Your skills will also complement our team of water specialists, environmental engineers, hydraulic modellers and scientists in the fields of water infrastructure and land development.

What You'll Be Doing

• Stormwater design: Undertake hydrological and hydraulic assessments and design pipe networks, culverts, open channels, stormwater management devices and wetlands.
• Catchment planning and modelling: Interpret hydrological and hydraulic modelling outputs and translate findings into practical engineering solutions, including flood mitigation and infrastructure improvements.
• Environmental solutions: Develop integrated stormwater solutions that consider water quality, ecology, landscape, flood resilience and community outcomes.
• Consenting and approvals: Prepare technical assessments, engineering calculations, flood assessment reports, design reports and documentation to support resource consents and Engineering Approvals.
• Project delivery: Take ownership of assigned work, managing technical deliverables, budgets and programmes while maintaining strong relationships with clients and councils.
• Construction: Support construction delivery through site inspections, design clarification, contractor coordination and construction monitoring.
• Collaboration and mentoring: Work closely with other disciplines and provide technical support and guidance to graduate and junior engineers.

Reports to

Direct reports (approx)

Primary work location

Auckland

About You

We are looking for someone with sound technical foundations, a practical approach to engineering and a genuine interest in improving our environment and benefitting our communities that use them.

You Will Ideally Bring

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and approximately 4–8 years' relevant experience in stormwater or civil infrastructure engineering.
• Strong understanding of hydrology, pipe and open-channel hydraulics, flood risk assessment, water quality treatment and stormwater management.
• Experience designing stormwater infrastructure, including pipe networks, culverts, detention systems, swales, wetlands and water-sensitive design devices.
• Ability to interpret catchment models and 2D hydraulic modelling outputs and incorporate them into engineering design.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software, which may include Civil 3D, GIS, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM, SSA or similar.
• Familiarity with Auckland Council guidelines, including GD01, the Auckland Unitary Plan, relevant New Zealand Standards and local authority codes of practice.
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate technical reports, engineering calculations and consent documentation.
• Strong communication, time management and problem-solving skills.
• Confidence working with clients, councils, contractors and multidisciplinary project teams.
• An inquisitive mindset, willingness to share knowledge and a commitment to producing practical, constructable outcomes.

It would also be great if you have

• Construction monitoring, contract administration or NZS 3910 experience.
• Experience coordinating subconsultants and managing project budgets.
• An interest in Te Ao Māori and incorporating cultural and environmental values into engineering outcomes.
• Experience using emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, to improve engineering workflows and project outcomes.
• Professional chartership, or progressing towards.

Above all, we're looking for someone who takes ownership of their work, enjoys collaborating with others and wants to contribute to Awa's technical capability and team culture.

Alongside a Competitive Salary And Bonus Scheme, Awa Offers:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Great offices in the heart of Ponsonby
• Talented, friendly and collaborative team
• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Career development programmes
• Professional memberships
• Health insurance
• Values Awa-rds
• Employee Assistance Program
• “Coolest little company in the world”