Senior Civil Design Engineer

Davis Ogilvie and Partners Ltd; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering firm as a Senior Civil Design Engineer in Christchurch. You'll contribute to design solutions across projects while working with a supportive team dedicated to professional development and active community engagement. Enjoy a non-hierarchical culture with opportunities for leadership and collaboration on complex, multidisciplinary projects.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive and flexible work environment

Active social club with team activities

Qualifications

• Experience in infrastructure design and/or land development.
• Able to lead small to mid-size projects.
• Strong communication skills for client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Obtain information and data for projects.
• Develop designs and provide documentation.
• Coordinate work and inspect project sites.

Skills

Autodesk Civil 3D

Technical reporting

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Sydney Accord engineering tertiary qualification

Job description

Are you ready to join us? We're looking for a Senior Civil Design Engineer to join our team in Christchurch. Your purpose as part of our team of experienced engineers and technicians is to contribute to developing holistic design solutions for our clients across the South Island.

Who you are…

You will have a Sydney Accord engineering tertiary qualification and highly developed Autodesk Civil 3D and technical reporting skills with experience in infrastructure design and/or land development. As project lead on small to mid-size projects, you will work in a team and communicate ideas with clients and colleagues.

Your daily adventures will include…

• Obtaining information and data
• Making decisions and solving problems
• Communicating within and outside the organisation
• Developing designs and providing documentation
• Contract administration
• Learning and using technical knowledge
• Coordinating the work and activities of others
• Inspecting project sites to monitor progress
• Researching new technologies and optimising software

What we offer…

We will invest in your professional development to keep up to date on new and exciting technologies and opportunities. You will work within an inclusive, supportive, and flexible work environment that offers opportunities for internal networking across disciplines and offices. A key point of difference will be your involvement in the whole project lifespan, including client contact, design, tendering, and construction observation, building your experience in complex multi-disciplinary projects.

Why you will love it here…

DO has a unique team spirit and culture, stemming from our non-hierarchical structure. Our leadership model features leaders as coaches, with our Principals and Directors working alongside you in our open-plan office. We also have an active social club with off-site activities, including annual Mount Hutt ski days.

What we care about…

We care about the environment and the communities where we live and work. Supporting them is important to us through hands-on help, raising awareness, and fundraising for causes that make a difference in New Zealanders’ lives.