Project Engineer - Christchurch, Commercial Construction

Besix Watpac Nz Limited; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing days

Awards program

Wellbeing program

Social events

Job summary

BESIX Watpac is expanding its New Zealand team and seeks a Project Engineer to be based in Christchurch. Report to the Project Manager and support resource management, design coordination, and quality controls on commercial building projects.

Role requires a degree in Engineering or Construction Management and strong communication skills to build relationships across all levels. Competitive remuneration and career development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or a recognised equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in a similar role on commercial building projects.
• Ability to communicate, influence and build effective relationships at all levels of the business.
• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision making skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage project resources, including materials handling equipment, for optimum productivity and assist Project Manager during start up to acquire resources.
• Liaise with design consultants and coordinate subcontractors to ensure efficiency, quality and productivity.
• Prepare and monitor project management plans, systems and registers.
• Establish and monitor quality controls as per specifications and project management plans.
• Assist with cost management and reporting including preparation of project reports.
• Assist the Site Manager with medium term planning and programming.
• Assist with any health and safety incident and compliance reports, in accordance with the contractual requirements, government legislation and BESIX Watpac policies and procedures.

Skills

Engineering degree

Construction management

Communication

Autonomy

Education

Degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

BESIX Watpac is expanding its New Zealand team and seeks a Project Engineer to be based in Christchurch. Report to the Project Manager and support resource management, design coordination, and quality controls on commercial building projects.

Role requires a degree in Engineering or Construction Management and strong communication skills to build relationships across all levels. Competitive remuneration and career development opportunities are offered.