Project Engineer

Madison Recruitment; Papakura; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company vehicle

End-to-end ownership

Diverse civil projects

Supportive team

Job summary

Madison Recruitment is seeking a capable Project Engineer or Project Manager to join its team in Takanini, New Zealand. You will own projects from initial client discussions and pricing through to delivery, handover and ongoing client support, managing multiple stormwater, wastewater and infrastructure projects with clients, consultants, subcontractors and field crews.

You will coordinate budgets, tenders, subcontractors and material resources while building strong client relationships and

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification (Level 7 or equivalent).
• 4+ years' experience within civil construction, infrastructure, utilities or a related sector in New Zealand.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with clients, consultants and site teams.
• Commercially minded with experience in estimating, pricing, procurement or contract administration.
• Practical, proactive and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil infrastructure projects from estimate to completion.
• Prepare quotations, estimates and tender submissions.
• Coordinate subcontractors, materials, equipment and labour.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Manage project budgets, progress claims and variations.
• Oversee project quality, documentation and handovers.
• Identify new business opportunities and support company growth.
• Ensure high standards of health, safety, environmental and quality performance.

Skills

Engineering degree

Civil construction experience

Communication skills

Estimating & pricing

Procurement

Contract administration

Multi-project management

Education

Engineering qualification Level 7 or equivalent

Job description

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Madison Recruitment – Takanini, North Island

An established civil infrastructure contractor is seeking a highly capable Project Engineer or Project Manager to join its growing team in Takanini.

This is a broad, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of projects from initial client discussions and pricing through to delivery, handover and ongoing client support. You'll be managing multiple stormwater, wastewater and infrastructure projects while working closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors and field crews.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage civil infrastructure projects from estimate to completion.
• Prepare quotations, estimates and tender submissions.
• Coordinate subcontractors, materials, equipment and labour.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Manage project budgets, progress claims and variations.
• Oversee project quality, documentation and handovers.
• Identify new business opportunities and support company growth.
• Ensure high standards of health, safety, environmental and quality performance.

An established civil infrastructure contractor is seeking a highly capable Project Engineer or Project Manager to join its growing team in Takanini.

This is a broad, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of projects from initial client discussions and pricing through to delivery, handover and ongoing client support. You'll be managing multiple stormwater, wastewater and infrastructure projects while working closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors and field crews.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage civil infrastructure projects from estimate to completion.
• Prepare quotations, estimates and tender submissions.
• Coordinate subcontractors, materials, equipment and labour.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Manage project budgets, progress claims and variations.
• Oversee project quality, documentation and handovers.
• Identify new business opportunities and support company growth.
• Ensure high standards of health, safety, environmental and quality performance.

What We're Looking For

• Engineering qualification (Level 7 or equivalent).
• 4+ years' experience within civil construction, infrastructure, utilities or a related sector in New Zealand.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with clients, consultants and site teams.
• Commercially minded with experience in estimating, pricing, procurement or contract administration.
• Practical, proactive and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle if required.
• End-to-end project ownership.
• Diverse mix of civil infrastructure projects.
• Supportive, down-to-earth team environment where your contribution will make a genuine impact.

This opportunity would suit an experienced Project Engineer looking to take the next step or an established Project Manager who enjoys a varied role within a growing business.