Lead Principal Site Structural Engineer – Riverlink

Aecom; Wellington; Presencial; NZD 170.000 - 250.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability benefits

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Well-being resources

Employee assistance program

Business travel insurance

Service recognition awards

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Descripción de la vacante

AECOM in Wellington invites a Lead Principal Site Structural Engineer to lead the Riverlink project, Wellington's largest and most complex live transport infrastructure construction. You will oversee site inspections, coordinate with contractors and design teams, review ITPs, resolve design clashes, mentor site engineers, and champion safety and quality across construction activities.

This role offers exposure to a broad project portfolio within a global infrastructure leader and opportunities

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
• Minimum 15 years practical experience in structural site inspections.
• Proven capability in leading technical discussions and mentoring engineers.

Responsabilidades

• Lead site inspection activities and provide technical direction on construction.
• Coordinate with contractors, clients, project managers and design teams to ensure works meet designs and standards.
• Lead inspections across bridges, retaining walls, water-retaining structures and buildings, ensuring quality and safety.
• Review Inspection and Testing Plans (ITPs) and oversee pre‑pour inspections to ensure reports meet standards.
• Identify construction discrepancies and resolve RFIs with contractors and designers.
• Mentor site engineers and drive safety, quality and documentation.

Educación

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Descripción del empleo

Lead Principal Site Structural Engineer – Riverlink, Wellington

At AECOM, we’re delivering infrastructure that creates opportunity for everyone. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Site Structural Engineer to join our Wellington team, with a primary focus on the Te Awa Kairangi (RiverLink) Project – Wellington’s largest and most complex live transport infrastructure construction project.

**Job Description**

**Why this role?** Few engineers have the opportunity to work on projects that genuinely shape the future of a city. Te Awa Kairangi is a once‑in‑a‑generation investment in infrastructure, delivering significant transport improvements, enhanced flood resilience, better community connections and long‑term benefits for the region.

As a Principal Site Structural Engineer, you will play a key role in bringing this landmark project to life. You’ll apply your engineering expertise in a challenging live construction environment, working alongside experienced construction, design and client teams to help solve real‑world engineering problems and deliver critical infrastructure for future generations.

Beyond Te Awa Kairangi, you’ll gain valuable experience supporting AECOM’s wider project portfolio, providing opportunities to broaden your technical, commercial and project delivery skills while building relationships across our multidisciplinary business.

**The Opportunity**

• Lead site inspection activities, provide technical direction and act as a trusted engineering representative throughout construction.
• Work closely with contractors, clients, project managers and design teams to ensure works meet approved designs, specifications and quality standards.
• Lead inspections across bridges, retaining walls, water‑retaining structures and buildings, ensuring construction meets design, quality and safety requirements.
• Review Inspection and Testing Plans (ITPs), oversee pre‑pour inspections and ensure inspection reports and quality documentation meet required standards.
• Identify construction discrepancies and design clashes, working with contractors and designers to develop practical solutions and resolve Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Make critical technical judgements on construction quality, structural integrity and readiness for subsequent construction stages.
• Represent AECOM in client and stakeholder meetings, building strong relationships across project teams.
• Mentor and guide site engineers, setting high standards for inspection quality, technical coordination and documentation.
• Drive safe construction practices, identify site risks and champion AECOM’s health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Improve inspection processes, share technical knowledge and promote innovative approaches to construction challenges.

**Qualifications**

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years practical experience in structural site inspections, construction supervision and quality assurance on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong experience inspecting bridges, retaining walls, water‑retaining structures and buildings and associated civil and structural works.
• The ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications and construction documentation.
• Proven capability in reviewing ITPs, assessing construction quality and resolving technical issues on site.
• Confidence leading technical discussions and making sound engineering judgements on structural integrity and compliance.
• Experience mentoring engineers and providing technical leadership within construction teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively with contractors, clients and senior project stakeholders.
• A strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

**Additional Information**

At AECOM, you will join a global team united by a common purpose: delivering a better world. You’ll have the opportunity to work on career‑defining projects, access industry‑leading technical expertise, and develop your skills through meaningful responsibility and professional support.

Te Awa Kairangi will be the primary focus of your work, while you gain exposure to AECOM’s broader portfolio, developing the technical, commercial and project delivery skills that will support your long‑term career growth.

**About AECOM**

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
• Global infrastructure leader; Fortune 500 firm with $16.1 billion revenue (FY 2025).
• Committed to a safe, inclusive, innovative work environment.

**EEO/DEI** All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions.

**Work Location Model**: On‑Site