Project Engineer

Downer Group; Dannevirke; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Marram health care

Holiday home discounts

Samsung discounts

Gym memberships

Leader's programme

Referral bonus $500

Z energy fuel discount

Monthly freebies

Job summary

Downer Group in Dannevirke seeks an experienced Project Engineer to provide hands-on management for civil transport and infrastructure projects. You will support supervisors, drive project outcomes from planning to tendering, and ensure safety excellence while managing contracts and client expectations.

The role emphasizes planning, tendering, contract management, and a strong safety culture across projects with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Understanding of transport and infrastructure construction projects.
• Competence in project management tools and software used for planning, scheduling, and monitoring construction activities.
• Familiarity with local industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• A good health and safety related track record.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing assigned contracts, ensuring transport and infrastructure projects meet client expectations for quality and timeframes.
• Manage contractual issues, ensuring obligations are met and variations are resolved effectively.
• Contribute to accurate estimates and tenders for contracts and variations.
• Build strong relationships with client representatives and stakeholders.
• Promote safe and sustainable working practices through induction, training and ongoing staff development.

Skills

interpersonal skills

project management

health and safety

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Planning software

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Engineer to join our Dannevirke team

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here

Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:

• Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
• Discounts for Samsung, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more!
• Progression and development programs on offer including our inspiring leader's programme for top performers
• $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
• Z energy fuel discount and monthly freebies

Have a look at our other great benefits here!

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Engineer to join our Dannevirke Transport & Infrastructure civil construction team. As a Project Engineer, you will provide hands‑on management for specific operations, offering technical support to supervisors and driving successful project outcomes. From planning and tendering to managing contracts and ensuring safety excellence, you'll be at the heart of our project success. Key responsibilities will include;

• Assist in managing assigned contracts, ensuring transport and infrastructure projects meet client expectations for quality and timeframes.
• Manage contractual issues, ensuring obligations are met and variations are resolved effectively.
• Contribute to accurate estimates and tenders for contracts and variation
• Build strong relationships with client representatives and stakeholders
• Promote safe and sustainable working practices through induction, training and ongoing staff development

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

As an experienced Project Engineer, you'll bring with you a proven track record in the civil construction industry. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise, project management capabilities and strong interpersonal skills. You will also have:

• Tertiary qualification or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related field
• Understanding of transport and infrastructure construction projects
• Competence in project management tools and software used for planning, scheduling, and monitoring construction activities
• Familiarity with local industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements
• A good health and safety related track record

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.