Senior Advisor, Treaty & Crown Relations — Flexible Work

Te Puni Kōkiri - Ministry Of Māori Development; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Flexible work options

Professional development support

Job summary

AECOM in Wellington is seeking a Senior Civil Structural Engineer to lead the structural design from concept to detailed design on transport, water and infrastructure projects. You will mentor junior engineers, review calculations and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, compliant structures.

You'll contribute to proposals, manage design budgets and schedules, and represent the project with clients and stakeholders while upholding engineering quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• Strong experience from concept through detailed design and running packages of structural work.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and coordinate multidisciplinary deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Design civil/structural infrastructure including bridges, foundations, retaining walls and underground structures.
• Deliver structural designs for water-retaining facilities, reservoirs, tanks and wet wells.
• Lead a package of works to deliver structural design to quality, milestones and budget.
• Prepare and review structural calculations, reports, drawings and specs.
• Lead design reviews and QA to meet technical and program requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical engineering solutions.
• Contribute to proposals, project planning, budgets and delivery schedules.
• Support site inspections and coordinate design changes with construction teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and build strong client relationships.

Skills

Civil & structural design

Technical leadership

10+ years experience

Concrete/steel/masonry/timber design

Calculations/reports/drawings

Communication skills

Mentoring juniors

Health & safety

CPEng target

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

SAP2000

ETABS

MIDAS

SpaceGass

Job description

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Company Description

Design complex structures. Solve real engineering challenges. Make an impact. At AECOM, we're delivering infrastructure that creates opportunity for everyone. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Civil Structural Engineer to join our Wellington team. This role offers a unique combination of major project delivery experience and broader consulting exposure. You will contribute to a variety of AECOM's transport, water, power and infrastructure projects across the Australia and New Zealand, and locally in the Wellington region, including aspects of project and contract management.

Why this role?

Few engineers have the opportunity to work on projects that genuinely shape the future of our built environment. At AECOM we are delivering significant transport improvements, enhanced flood resilience, better community connections and long‑term benefits for the people and the environment.

As a Senior Civil Structural Engineer, you'll apply your engineering expertise, working alongside experienced construction, design and client teams to help solve real‑world engineering problems and deliver critical infrastructure for current and future generations.

Job Description

As a Senior Civil Structural Engineer, you'll be working with project managers and technical leads while taking ownership of structural design from concept through to detailed design, while providing technical guidance and supporting successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Design civil and structural infrastructure, including bridges, abutments, foundations, retaining walls and underground structures.
• Deliver structural designs for water‑retaining facilities, including reservoirs, tanks, manholes and wet wells.
• Work across building, industrial and ancillary structures, including substations, pipe racks, platforms and equipment foundations.
• Lead a package of works to deliver structural design to expected quality of desirables and agreed milestones.
• Apply your expertise in concrete, steel, masonry and timber design.
• Prepare and review structural calculations, design reports, drawings and technical specifications.
• Lead design reviews and quality assurance, ensuring deliverables meet technical, programme and budget requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical, coordinated engineering solutions.
• Contribute to proposals, project planning, engineering budgets and delivery schedules.
• Support site inspections, including reviewing ITPs, attending pre‑pour inspections and assessing structural works against approved designs.
• Work with site and design teams to resolve construction issues and coordinate design changes.
• Mentor junior engineers, share technical knowledge and support the development of the wider team.
• Build strong client relationships and represent AECOM at stakeholder meetings and relevant industry events.

Qualifications

• • A Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• • Strong experience in civil and structural engineering design, from concept through to detailed design.
• • Demonstrated technical leadership delivering packages of structural design.
• • Mini­um 10 years experience designing a range of structures, such as foundations, retaining walls, bridges, water‑retaining structures or buildings.
• • Proficiency in structural design software such as SAP2000, ETABS, MIDAS or SpaceGass.
• • A sound understanding of structural design principles and materials, including concrete, steel, masonry and timber.
• • Experience preparing technical calculations, reports, drawings and specifications.
• • Strong technical judgement, attention to detail and commitment to engineering quality.
• • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• • Experience guiding junior engineers and coordinating technical deliverables.
• • A commitment to health, safety, professional development and continuous improvement.
• • Ideally working towards achieving his CPEng or similar international engineering registration.

Additional Information

You'll join a global business with the technical depth to tackle challenging projects and a collaborative team where your expertise can make a real difference. With opportunities to work across diverse infrastructure sectors, you'll broaden your experience, contribute to meaningful projects and continue developing your career. You will have the opportunity to work with AECOM's seasoned professional engineers and industry subject matter experts.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&DD, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

Company Overview

AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

Equal Opportunity

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.