Lead Water Infrastructure Engineer (NZ)

WSP Global Inc.; Auckland; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in Auckland seeks a Principal Engineer – Water to shape the future of water infrastructure in New Zealand.

You will lead investigations and design for civil and water projects, provide technical guidance across teams, and manage contracts and budgets while advancing client relationships. Join a nationwide network of experts, mentor engineers, and influence project delivery from conception through completion in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years' experience in civil and/or water infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of New Zealand engineering standards, legislation and industry best practice.
• CPEng registration (or be actively working towards it).
• Strong commercial acumen and experience managing contracts, budgets and project risk.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Collaborative leadership style with a passion for mentoring and developing others.
• Current, full New Zealand driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Leading investigations, analysis, design and reporting for civil and water infrastructure projects.
• Providing technical leadership, peer review and engineering guidance across multidisciplinary teams.
• Managing NZS 3910 and NZS 3916 contracts, including construction supervision and contract administration.
• Driving strong technical, commercial and risk outcomes throughout project delivery.
• Developing project scopes, budgets and delivery strategies that support successful project outcomes.
• Building trusted relationships with clients, contractors, councils and key stakeholders.
• Contributing to business growth through bids, proposals and strategic client opportunities.
• Coaching, mentoring and developing engineers across the region.
• Potentially leading and growing a team, depending on your experience and career goals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Contract & risk management

Mentoring

Driver's license

NZ standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

CPEng registration (or actively working towards it)

Job description

WSP Global Inc. in Auckland seeks a Principal Engineer – Water to shape the future of water infrastructure in New Zealand.

You will lead investigations and design for civil and water projects, provide technical guidance across teams, and manage contracts and budgets while advancing client relationships. Join a nationwide network of experts, mentor engineers, and influence project delivery from conception through completion in a dynamic, collaborative environment.