Project Engineer & Estimator – Fabrication & Construction

Culham Engineering; Kawerau District; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time

40 hours per week

Competitive salary

Team environment

Job summary

Culham Engineering in Kawerau, New Zealand, is seeking an experienced Project Engineer / Estimator to support fabrication, maintenance and construction projects from tender through to completion.

You will work with project teams, workshop personnel, clients and suppliers, compiling estimates, schedules and cost reports in a fast-paced environment.

This permanent, full-time role offers competitive pay and opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering; heavy engineering or structural steel experience.
• Proven experience in project engineering, estimating and coordination.
• Strong fabrication, construction and maintenance understanding.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and project specifications.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain project plans, schedules, forecasts, and progress reports.
• Support the planning, execution, and close-out of projects.
• Coordinate drawings, approvals, procurement activities, and QA requirements.
• Monitor project progress, costs, risks, variations, and deliverables.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Conduct project meetings and provide regular reporting.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor pricing.
• Develop detailed pricing structures for labour, materials, plant, coatings, transport, and subcontract services.
• Support tender reviews, project handovers, and material procurement following award.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, quality, health and safety, and environmental compliance initiatives.

Job description

Culham Engineering in Kawerau, New Zealand, is seeking an experienced Project Engineer / Estimator to support fabrication, maintenance and construction projects from tender through to completion.

You will work with project teams, workshop personnel, clients and suppliers, compiling estimates, schedules and cost reports in a fast-paced environment.

This permanent, full-time role offers competitive pay and opportunities for ongoing professional development.