Project Engineer - Christchurch Construction Lead

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing Days

Awards & Recognition

Wellbeing program (skin checks & flu)

Job summary

BESIX Watpac is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Christchurch team, reporting to the Project Manager. You will identify resources, liaise with design consultants and coordinate subcontractors to support project delivery.

You will also help prepare project management plans, monitor quality controls and assist with cost reporting. The role requires effective communication, autonomy and a proactive problem-solving approach in a dynamic construction environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering or Construction Management degree (or 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.
• Operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision making.

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 contractual requirements, government legislation and BESIX Watpac policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Autonomy

Decision making

Education

Engineering or Construction Management degree

Job description

BESIX Watpac is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Christchurch team, reporting to the Project Manager. You will identify resources, liaise with design consultants and coordinate subcontractors to support project delivery.

You will also help prepare project management plans, monitor quality controls and assist with cost reporting. The role requires effective communication, autonomy and a proactive problem-solving approach in a dynamic construction environment.