On-Site Operations & Projects Coordinator

Archway Recruitment; Wellington; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

AD&D coverage

Disability benefits

Paid time off

Well-being resources

Job summary

AECOM’s Wellington team seeks a Site Civil Engineer to support Te Awa Kairangi (RiverLink) and other transport projects. You will work with construction, design and client teams to solve engineering challenges and deliver critical infrastructure for future generations.

You’ll lead inspections, coordinate with contractors and designers, and contribute to quality assurance and project delivery while advancing your career across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects in the Wellington

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 10+ years site engineering experience including construction supervision and site inspections.
• Experience with civil infrastructure QA processes and concrete/ Foundations/ reinforcement/ formwork/ structural steel.

Responsibilities

• Lead site inspections ensuring construction meets design, quality and safety standards.
• Inspect civil and structural works including underground utilities and foundations.
• Review ITPs and oversee quality documentation.
• Identify construction challenges and coordinate with contractors and designers.
• Coordinate with project managers, clients and teams to deliver quality.
• Assess design changes and ensure compliance with engineering requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote safety culture.

Skills

Site engineering

Construction supervision

Site inspections

Quality assurance

Communication

Stakeholder management

Safety leadership

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Help build one of New Zealand's most significant transport infrastructure projects while developing your career across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects.

At AECOM, we’re delivering infrastructure that creates opportunity for everyone. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Site Civil 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.

This role offers a unique combination of major project delivery experience and broader consulting exposure. While the majority of your time will be dedicated to supporting Te Awa Kairangi during construction, you will also contribute to a variety of AECOM’s transport, water and infrastructure projects across the Wellington region, including aspects of project and contract management.

Job Description

All engineers are invited to play a key role in bringing this landmark project to life. We will work alongside experienced construction, design and client teams to help solve real‑world engineering problems and deliver critical infrastructure for future generations.

In this role you will:

• Lead site inspections, ensuring construction meets design, quality and safety standards.
• Inspect civil and structural works, including underground utilities, drainage, civil structures, retaining walls, buildings and foundations.
• Review ITPs, conduct pre‑pour inspections and oversee quality documentation.
• Identify construction challenges and design coordination issues, collaborating with contractors and designers.
• Coordinate with project managers, clients, design and construction teams within the Alliance and other stakeholders to drive quality delivery.
• Assess design changes, resolve technical challenges and ensure works meet engineering requirements.
• Support and mentor junior engineers.
• Promote a strong safety culture and drive continuous improvement on site.

Qualifications

We are looking for a practical, technically capable engineer who understands construction, takes pride in quality and can confidently coordinate with the people responsible for delivering work on site.

You’ll ideally bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• 10+ years experience in site engineering, construction supervision, site inspections and quality assurance on civil infrastructure projects.
• A sound understanding of construction methods, engineering drawings/models, technical specifications and quality assurance processes.
• Experience inspecting concrete, foundations, reinforcement, formwork and structural steel.
• The ability to identify construction issues, assess compliance and coordinate practical solutions with contractors and design teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced construction environment.
• A commitment to health, safety, quality and continuous improvement.

We’d particularly value experience in:

• Major infrastructure or complex civil construction projects.
• Reviewing ITPs, conducting pre‑pour inspections and preparing site inspection documentation.
• Working closely with contractors, construction superintendents and multidisciplinary design teams.
• Mentoring junior engineers and coordinating technical inspection activities.
• New Zealand construction practices, engineering standards and compliance requirements.

Additional Information

Te Awa Kairangi will be the primary focus of this role, providing an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to a transformational infrastructure project. You will also gain exposure to AECOM’s broader project portfolio, developing the technical, commercial and project delivery skills that will support your long‑term career growth.

Benefits

• 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, employee stock purchase plan.

Location

Wellington, New Zealand – On‑Site