Project Engineer

BESIX Watpac; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing Days

Awards and Recognition Program

Wellbeing program with skin checks and

Social events and Family Days

Job summary

BESIX Watpac is seeking a Project Engineer for our Christchurch team. The role reports to the Project Manager and focuses on resource management, coordination with design consultants and subcontractors, and implementing project management plans across commercial building projects.

You will contribute to quality control, cost reporting and health and safety compliance, while supporting the Site Manager with planning and programming to deliver complex projects in New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or a recognised equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, influence and build effective relationships at all levels of the business.
• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision making skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage project resources for optimum productivity and assist Project Manager during start up to acquire resources.
• Liaise with design consultants and coordinate subcontractors to ensure efficiency, quality and productivity.
• Prepare and monitor project management plans, systems and registers.
• Establish and monitor quality controls as per specifications and project management plans.
• Assist with cost management and reporting including preparation of project reports.
• Assist the Site Manager with medium term planning and programming.
• Assist with health and safety incident and compliance reports as per BESIX Watpac policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Autonomy & initiative

Relationship building

Education

Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent

Job description

With over a century of heritage, BESIX Watpac is a builder deeply ingrained in the local construction landscape. We’re building what matters, with an exciting portfolio of projects across all sectors – from stadiums and venues to complex industrial facilities, hospitals and secure infrastructure, including defence. Our footprint spans Australia and New Zealand, where we continue to deliver projects that leave a lasting legacy in the communities they serve. Our people are the beating heart of what we do, and the passion they bring each day drives our success, to build the best together.

Job Description

As we continue to build our team in New Zealand, we currently seek a Project Engineer to be based in Christchurch. Reporting to the Project Manager, the key responsibilities of this position include:

• Identify and manage project resources, including materials handling equipment, for optimum productivity and assist Project Manager during start up to acquire resources.
• Liaise with design consultants and coordinate subcontractors to ensure efficiency, quality and productivity.
• Prepare and monitor project management plans, systems and registers.
• Establish and monitor quality controls as per specifications and project management plans.
• Assist with cost management and reporting including preparation of project reports.
• Assist the Site Manager with medium term planning and programming.
• Assist with any health and safety incident and compliance reports, in accordance with the contractual requirements, government legislation and BESIX Watpac policies and procedures.

Qualifications

The incumbent in this role will require the following qualifications and experience:

• Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or a recognised equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in a similar role on commercial building projects.
• Ability to communicate, influence and build effective relationships at all levels of the business.
• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision making skills.

Additional Information

Along with a competitive remuneration package and long-term career development opportunities, our employees enjoy access to the following benefits:

• Wellbeing Days - three additional leave days per year.
• Awards and Recognition Program, rewarding employees who bring our values to life.
• Access to a wellbeing program including annual skin checks and flu vaccinations.
• Social events and Family Days.

At BESIX Watpac, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone is valued, supported and respected. By embracing all ages, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, education and appearance, our people feel safe, empowered, and motivated to be their best.

Join our talented and passionate team delivering once-in-a-generation projects.

BESIX Watpac acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, and pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging.