Senior Civil Engineer

Archway Recruitment; Otago; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Archway Recruitment is seeking a motivated Civil Engineer with 8+ years' NZ design experience in land development and infrastructure to join a respected consultancy based in Queenstown.

This role offers exposure to diverse residential, industrial and commercial projects across Otago, including site inspections, design documentation, and stakeholder liaison. A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required and a competitive salary with development opportunities is provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 8+ years’ relevant experience in NZ working on land development and infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of three waters infrastructure and subdivision design.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D for modelling and design work.
• Join a respected and supportive engineering consultancy.
• Work on challenging and rewarding projects in Queenstown and the wider Otago region.
• Competitive salary and professional development opportunities.
• Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Queenstown.

Responsibilities

• Deliver civil infrastructure design for residential, commercial, and public sector developments.
• Undertake site inspections and provide technical oversight during construction phases.
• Prepare design documentation, specifications, and reports in line with industry standards.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are achieved.

Skills

Civil engineering

NZ experience

Land development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Civil Engineer with 8+ years’ NZ design experience in land development and infrastructure projects to join a well-regarded consultancy based in Queenstown.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a diverse range of residential, industrial and commercial land development projects in one of New Zealand’s most scenic and dynamic regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver civil infrastructure design for residential, commercial, and public sector developments.
• Undertake site inspections and provide technical oversight during construction phases.
• Prepare design documentation, specifications, and reports in line with industry standards.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are achieved.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 8+ years’ relevant experience in NZ working on land development and infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of three waters infrastructure and subdivision design.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D for modelling and design work.
• Join a respected and supportive engineering consultancy.
• Work on challenging and rewarding projects in Queenstown and the wider Otago region.
• Competitive salary and professional development opportunities.
• Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Queenstown.