Project Engineer

RobLawMax Recruitment; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation and travel allowances

Vehicle provided

Job summary

RobLawMax Recruitment in Christchurch, South Island, is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join a well-established civil construction business delivering infrastructure across New Zealand.

As part of the project delivery team, you will support planning through to completion, coordinate site activities, administer contracts, manage subcontractors and resources, and help monitor programmes and budgets while building strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Civil construction or infrastructure project experience (5–10 years preferred).
• Experience in contract management, estimating, or project delivery.
• Relevant qualification such as NZCE, Diploma, or Bachelor of Engineering.
• Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and managing day-to-day site activities
• Administering contracts, including reporting and Notices to Engineer (NTEs)
• Managing subcontractors, suppliers, and site resources
• Monitoring project programmes, budgets, and commercial performance
• Working with site teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard
• Maintaining a strong on-site presence and building positive relationships with clients and stakeholders

Skills

Civil construction

Contract management

Estimating

Project delivery

Leadership

Communication

Education

NZCE/ Diploma/ BE

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

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RobLawMax Recruitment – Christchurch, South Island

We are looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join a well-established civil construction business delivering infrastructure projects across New Zealand. This opportunity is ideal for someone with a background in contract management, project delivery, or estimating who is ready to grow their leadership career. Working alongside experienced Project Managers, youll play a key role in project delivery while developing towards a Contractors Representative position

About The Company

With over 40 years of experience, this NZ owned business has grown into one of New Zealands leading civil engineering and precast concrete specialists.

Their expertise spans heavy civil construction, including bridges, reservoirs, buildings, culverts, and commercial and industrial concrete works. Supported by a modern fleet of trucks, cranes, and construction machinery, they have the capability, experience, and resources to deliver complex projects safely and to a high standard.

The Role

As Project Engineer, youll be responsible for supporting the successful delivery of civil construction projects from planning through to completion. Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating and managing day-to-day site activities
• Administering contracts, including reporting and Notices to Engineer (NTEs)
• Managing subcontractors, suppliers, and site resources
• Monitoring project programmes, budgets, and commercial performance
• Working closely with site teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard
• Maintaining a strong on-site presence and building positive relationships with clients and stakeholders

About You

To be successful in this role, youll bring:

• 5 to 10 years experience within civil construction or infrastructure projects preferred
• Experience in contract management, estimating, or project delivery
• A relevant qualification such as NZCE, Diploma, or Bachelor of Engineering
• Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills
• Commercial awareness and excellent attention to detail
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and project management software
• A strong commitment to health, safety, quality, and environmental best practice
• Flexibility to travel and work on projects throughout New Zealand as required

Whats On Offer

• Up to $125,000 + vehicle based on your skills and experience.
• A variety of exciting projects, including bridges, reservoirs, structures, and more.
• A strong pipeline of work across the South Island.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career
• A supportive team with plenty of industry experience

Location

This is a Christchurch based role with travel occasionally required. Accommodation and travel allowances provided.

If youre looking for your next challenge and want to be part of a team delivering quality infrastructure projects across the South Island, get in touch with Tanisha Lethaby at RobLawMax Recruitment

Email: ********@roblawmax.co.nz