Project Engineer

Omexom; Upper Harbour; On-site; NZD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Omexom New Zealand seeks a capable Electrical Engineer/Project Coordinator to join our Auckland team. You will support estimators, construction staff and managers by ensuring design intent, regulatory compliance, and quality in delivery.

This full-time role focuses on outage requests, document control, progress monitoring, and liaison with subcontractors. A degree in Electrical Engineering is required, with a practical mindset and strong problem-solving abilities to help drive safe, on-time

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Diploma in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Aptitude and experience in engineering designs.
• Experience in project coordination.
• Thorough knowledge of current regulatory and industry requirements.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing technical support to estimators, maintenance and construction staff, subcontractors, Technical Coordinators and project managers.
• Submitting outage requests.
• Working with field staff and project managers to improve compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitoring work productivity and construction programme.
• Liaising with subcontractors and their contract arrangements.
• Controlling project documentation and quality assurance processes (ITPs/Commissioning Plans); manage testing, inspection and commissioning activities.
• Controlling construction drawings, as built mark-ups and final as-built manuals.
• Ensure installations meet design requirements and industry standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project coordination

Engineering design

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

• Full-time, permanent contract with a minimum of 40 hours per week
• Monday – Friday

About the Role

The successful candidates will work on key responsibilities like:

• Providing technical support and assistance to estimators, maintenance and construction staff, subcontractors, Technical Coordinators and project managers.
• Submitting outage requests
• Working with field staff, technical coordinators and project managers on improving compliance to company policies and procedures.
• Monitoring work productivity and project construction programme.
• Liaising with subcontractors and their contract arrangements.
• Controlling project documentation and quality assurance processes (ITPs / Commissioning Plans) - Manage testing, inspection, and commissioning activities
• Controlling construction drawings, as built mark-ups and final as-built manuals.
• Ensure installations meet design requirements and industry standards.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience and Skills Required

• Bachelors or Diploma in Electrical Engineering
• Aptitude and experience in engineering designs
• Experience in project coordination
• A thorough knowledge of current regulatory and industry requirements
• Analytical and problem-solving skills

Who are we?

Omexom is part of a global family of energy infrastructure services providers operating under the VINCI group which is a world leader in concessions, energy, and construction, operating in more than 120 countries worldwide. The brand network is a multi-disciplinary network, able to offer customized multi-technical, multi-site, or multi-country services.

With our 1,000+ employees in 29 locations nationwide and $390M in revenue, Omexom has long-standing partnerships with Vector, Transpower, Auckland Transport, and Firstgas, while servicing our newer clients Watercare, Auckland District Health Board, Wellington Electricity, and City Rail Link Limited.

In Aotearoa, Omexom is well positioned through this international network with shared values and vast resources, and a continued commitment to safety, excellence, and sustainable solutions.

At Omexom, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome and encourage women, and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please note, that only candidates with the right to live and work in New Zealand will be considered for this role.

According to the Harvard Business Review, men typically apply for jobs when they meet only 60% of the qualifications, whereas women and individuals from underrepresented groups usually apply only if they meet all the criteria. We're not just about checking boxes, so if you believe you have the skills but don't meet every requirement listed, please reach out if you would like to find out more, we'd love to talk with you.

Come join our amazing team and be a part of the pioneers in energy transition.

Applications close on6 September 2026.