Lead Mechanical Engineer

GHD; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD in New Zealand is seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our Property & Buildings team in Auckland or other NZ offices. You will lead design, technical delivery and verification of mechanical building services, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and mentoring junior engineers.

Develop strong client relationships, identify opportunities for repeat work, ensure compliance with NZ standards, and deliver sustainable engineering solutions that create long-term value for

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of mechanical building services experience in a consulting environment.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status, or ability to obtain in NZ.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, technical delivery and verification of mechanical building services across complex projects.
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities for repeat/new business.
• Provide technical leadership across project lifecycles from concept through to construction and commissioning.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines (MEP, structural, civil).
• Support planning, resourcing, risk management, quality assurance and commercial performance.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers to cultivate technical excellence.
• Contribute to business development activities and strategic client engagement.
• Ensure compliance with NZ standards, codes and regulatory requirements.

Skills

HVAC expertise

Building services

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Client relationships

Mentoring

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

CPEng (NZ)

Job description

Help us build the future and we’ll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career.

Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal.

Join a team that brings inspirational architecture, landscapes, townscapes and places to our world, and we’ll provide you with unlimited space to grow.

GHD is seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our growing Property & Buildings team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on the delivery of complex building services projects, provide technical leadership within and across multidisciplinary teams, and help shape the future of the built environment throughout New Zealand.

Auckland is preferred, however we're open to candidates in other locations where GHD has an office.

Working alongside industry-leading professionals, you will play a key role in delivering innovative and sustainable engineering solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects, including healthcare, education, defence, justice, commercial, infrastructure, transport and public sector developments.

The role:

• Lead the design, technical delivery and verification of mechanical building services solutions across a variety of complex projects.
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality outcomes for clients.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for repeat and new business.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout project lifecycles, from concept design through to construction and commissioning.
• Collaborate with other Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulic, Fire, Structural, Civil and specialist engineering disciplines.
• Support project planning, resourcing, risk management, quality assurance and commercial performance.
• Mentor and develop junior and intermediate engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Contribute to business development activities, proposals and strategic client engagement.
• Ensure compliance with relevant New Zealand standards, codes and regulatory requirements.
• Promote sustainable and innovative engineering solutions that deliver long-term value for clients and communities.
• Participate in construction monitoring, stakeholder engagement and technical reviews as required.

About you:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status, or ability to obtain CPEng in New Zealand.
• Minimum of 10+ years' experience in mechanical building services engineering within a consulting environment.
• Proven experience leading the design and delivery of complex building services projects.
• Strong technical expertise in HVAC, mechanical services systems and integrated building services design.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of New Zealand building regulations, standards and compliance requirements.
• Excellent client relationship management and business development skills.
• Outstanding communication, leadership and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Passion for mentoring and developing high-performing teams.
• A collaborative mindset, strong commercial awareness and commitment to delivering exceptional client outcomes.

Our Hybrid Work Model:

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

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At GHD we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities and invites applications from people of all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.