Queenstown Senior Site Engineer — On‑Site Technical Leader

Placements24; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accomodation provided

Site allowances

Medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Senior Site Engineer to lead on-site technical operations for projects in Queenstown. You will provide essential technical guidance, supervise engineering staff and trades, and act as a key liaison between the design team and the construction crew.

The role offers a significant opportunity to influence infrastructure development in New Zealand. The position requires a Civil Engineering degree, Pr.Eng.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) designation or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of site engineering or construction supervision experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and site management practices.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering plans and specs.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage on-site engineering activities per designs and schedules.
• Provide technical guidance to site team including foremen and trades.
• Ensure health and safety regulations and policies are followed.
• Conduct quality control inspections and testing to meet standards.
• Manage procurement and inventory of materials and equipment on site.
• Interpret drawings, specifications and project docs accurately.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PR.Eng. designation

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Senior Site Engineer to lead on-site technical operations for projects in Queenstown. You will provide essential technical guidance, supervise engineering staff and trades, and act as a key liaison between the design team and the construction crew.

The role offers a significant opportunity to influence infrastructure development in New Zealand. The position requires a Civil Engineering degree, Pr.Eng.