Project Engineer

Downer; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Marram health care benefits

Referral bonus $500

Discounts (Samsung, PB Tech)

Z energy fuel discount

Leadership development programs

Job summary

Downer is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join the Tararua Alliance Delivery Team in the Tararua District, New Zealand. You will contribute across planning, design, and construction, working with project managers, operations, contracts and stakeholders to deliver vital infrastructure for local communities.

You will report to the Programme Project Manager and help deliver a diverse portfolio while actively engaging in site delivery, contract management and performance monitoring to

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in civil construction, infrastructure or project delivery.
• Experience coordinating contractors and subcontractors.
• Experience delivering projects from planning through to construction.
• Experience in local government, transport infrastructure or Alliance environments.
• Site Safe Passport.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day delivery of civil infrastructure projects.
• Manage on-site contractors, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Monitor safety, quality, cost and programme performance.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project programmes.
• Review designs, specifications and technical documentation.
• Prepare scopes of work for subcontracts and suppliers.
• Liaise with Council representative, utility providers, consultants and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements.

Skills

Contract coordination

Site delivery

Safety management

Project planning

Stakeholder management

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

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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 benefitshere!

We’re looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join the Tararua Alliance Delivery Team and play a key role in delivering civil infrastructure projects across the Tararua District.

This is an opportunity to step into a hands on project delivery role where you’ll be involved from project planning and design through to construction and completion. Working alongside experienced project managers, operational teams, contracts and stakeholders, you’ll help deliver projects that improve and maintain critical infrastructure for local communities.

Reporting to the Programme Project Manager, you’ll be responsible for supporting the planning, development and delivery of a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects across the network.

This is more than a desk based engineering role. You’ll be actively involved in site delivery, managing contracts, monitoring project performance and helping ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key responsibilities will include;

• Coordinate the day to day delivery of civil infrastructure projects
• Manage contractors, subcontractors and suppliers on site
• Monitor safety, quality, cost and programme performance
• Assist in developing and maintaining project programmes
• Review designs, specifications and technical documentation
• Prepare scopes of work for subcontracts and suppliers
• Liaise with Council representative, utility providers, consultants and contractors
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements

We’re looking for a well-rounded Project Engineer who can confidently balance technical, commercial and delivery responsibilities. You will also have:

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within civil construction, infrastructure or project delivery environments.
• Experience coordinating contractors and subcontractors
• Experience delivering projects from planning through to construction
• Experience in local government, transport infrastructure or Alliance environments
• Site Safe Passport

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.

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 benefitshere!

Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join the Tararua Alliance Delivery Team and play a key role in delivering civil infrastructure projects across the Tararua District.

This is an opportunity to step into a hands on project delivery role where you’ll be involved from project planning and design through to construction and completion. Working alongside experienced project managers, operational teams, contracts and stakeholders, you’ll help deliver projects that improve and maintain critical infrastructure for local communities.

Reporting to the Programme Project Manager, you’ll be responsible for supporting the planning, development and delivery of a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects across the network.

This is more than a desk based engineering role. You’ll be actively involved in site delivery, managing contracts, monitoring project performance and helping ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key responsibilities will include;

• Coordinate the day to day delivery of civil infrastructure projects
• Manage contractors, subcontractors and suppliers on site
• Monitor safety, quality, cost and programme performance
• Assist in developing and maintaining project programmes
• Review designs, specifications and technical documentation
• Prepare scopes of work for subcontracts and suppliers
• Liaise with Council representative, utility providers, consultants and contractors
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements

Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills

We’re looking for a well-rounded Project Engineer who can confidently balance technical, commercial and delivery responsibilities. You will also have:

• Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within civil construction, infrastructure or project delivery environments.
• Experience coordinating contractors and subcontractors
• Experience delivering projects from planning through to construction
• Experience in local government, transport infrastructure or Alliance environments
• Site Safe Passport

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.

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.