Project Engineer

ConsultANZ Civil Engineering, Construction, Surveying Recruitment; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ConsultANZ is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support a water infrastructure project in South Auckland or Bay of Plenty. The role offers opportunities to advance in civil and water infrastructure, assisting with project delivery, team coordination, and commissioning of water/wastewater treatment works.

Join a long‑term project from its initial stages with scope to take on broader responsibilities, contributing to community services and infrastructure improvements.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 3 years post graduate experience.
• Demonstrates autonomy and proactive ownership of tasks.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, engineering principles, QA/QC.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project delivery in line with programme, budget, and quality standards.
• Assist in final stages of mechanical, electrical, and commissioning works on a WWTW project.
• Supervise and coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Track project costs, review subcontractor claims, and manage valuations.
• Ensure QA, safety, and environmental standards are met.
• Communicate effectively with engineers, supervisors and project managers.

Skills

Autonomy

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Civil/Mechanical/Environmental Engineering degree

Job description

ConsultANZ is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to work on a water infrastructure project in South Auckland or Bay of Plenty. This role offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career in civil and water infrastructure projects, assisting with project delivery, team coordination, and commissioning of water/wastewater treatment works.

Main Duties:

• Oversee project delivery in line with programme, budget, and quality standards.
• Assist in managing the final stages of mechanical, electrical, and commissioning works on a WWTW project.
• Supervise and coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Track project costs, review subcontractor claims, and manage valuations.
• Ensure compliance with QA, safety, and environmental standards.
• Communicate effectively with engineers, supervisors, and project managers to ensure smooth project execution.
• Support a collaborative and safe team environment.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 3 yearspost graduate experience
• Someone who can show autonomy
• Strong understanding of construction processes, engineering principles, and QA/QC procedures.
• Hands-on, proactive approach with excellent communication and team leadership skills.
• Solutions-focused mindset with ambition to take on increased responsibility.
• Permanent role
• Join a long‑term project from its initial stages.
• Opportunity to step up and take on broader responsibilities.
• Work on impactful infrastructure projects improving community services.
• Supportive team environment with mentoring and career progression opportunities.