Senior Civil Engineer – Water

AECOM; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Up to 6 weeks annual leave

Volunteer leave

Flex public holidays

Job summary

Join AECOM's growing Water team in Auckland as a Senior Civil Engineer, delivering complex three waters infrastructure projects across New Zealand. You’ll contribute to design, modelling, and delivery of water, wastewater, and stormwater schemes while collaborating with clients, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams.

We’re seeking engineers with 5+ years' experience in water infrastructure, strong knowledge of NZ standards, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Water Engineering.
• Minimum 5+ years delivering three waters infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of NZ water standards, codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
• CPEng status or progress toward chartership is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of water, wastewater, and stormwater projects.
• Deliver technical designs, calculations, models, and reports.
• Plan conveyance and reticulation networks.
• Apply NZ standards across project stages.
• Support major pipeline projects from concept through delivery.
• Build relationships with clients and teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and grow technical capability.
• Collaborate with national and global specialists to deliver solutions.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Water Infrastructure

NZ Standards

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

CPEng status or progress toward chartership

Job description

Company Description

Balancing the world’s need for safe, reliable water with protecting this critical natural resource for the future requires a deep understanding of interconnected systems.

We work with clients across the entire project life cycle - from initial planning studies through final construction and operations and maintenance services - on both traditional and alternative project-delivery options (design-build, public-private partnerships and financing).

Everyone belongs at AECOM

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company , a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality , # Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer .

Job Description

Join AECOM's growing Water team as a Senior Civil Engineer , delivering complex three waters infrastructure projects across New Zealand. Based in Auckland, you'll play a key role in the design, modelling, and delivery of water, wastewater, and stormwater projects while working closely with clients, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams.

You’ll contribute to a wide range of projects including water and wastewater conveyance networks, reticulation systems, major pipelines, pump stations, storage facilities, and stormwater infrastructure. We're particularly interested in engineers with experience delivering network and conveyance projects for utilities, councils, and major asset owners.

In this role you’ll:

• Lead the design and delivery of water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects.
• Deliver technical designs, calculations, models, reports, and project documentation.
• Plan and design conveyance systems, transmission pipelines, and reticulation networks.
• Apply New Zealand standards, codes, and council requirements across all project stages.
• Support major pipeline and network infrastructure projects from concept through delivery.
• Build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Undertake technical reviews, project verification, and construction support activities.
• Contribute to bids, proposals, business development, and client engagement.
• Mentor junior engineers and support the growth of technical capability within the team.
• Collaborate with national and global AECOM specialists to deliver innovative solutions.

Qualifications

What you’ll bring

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a great fit for this role.

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Civil, Environmental, or Water Engineering or similar.
• 5+ years' experience delivering three waters infrastructure projects.
• Strong experience in water and wastewater conveyance networks, pipeline design, water and wastewater reticulation, stormwater systems, pump stations, and associated infrastructure.
• Experience delivering network infrastructure projects for major utilities, councils, or asset owners.
• CPEng status, or progress towards chartership, is highly regarded.
• Strong technical problem-solving and engineering design capability.
• Knowledge of New Zealand water standards, codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and client relationship skills.
• The ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Commercial awareness within a consulting project delivery environment.

Additional Information

Why you’ll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements available, aligned with the market and client facing role requirements
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
• Volunteer and representation leave
• Flex public holidays - swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, 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.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of 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.

Additional: Work Location Model

Hybrid