Senior Civil Project Engineer - Lead Site & Delivery

Fulton Hogan; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver employer contributions up to

Parental leave top‑up

Ongoing training and development

Staff discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan in Auckland is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead day-to-day project engineering and site delivery, supporting the Project Manager to safely and efficiently deliver civil construction works. You will help deliver safer, more reliable infrastructure across Tāmaki Makaurau.

This hands-on role combines office work with on-site leadership, coaching teams, managing programmes, cost estimates and records to ensure on-time, on-spec results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering (NZQF 7/8) from a recognised institution.
• Around 5+ years' experience delivering mid to large-scale roading or civil construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles and site operations.
• Solid understanding of core civil engineering principles and best on-site practice.
• Proven leadership capability and ability to lead by example.
• Commercial nous with experience managing risk, cost and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams in the successful execution and delivery of civil construction projects.
• Oversee day-to-day site operations and monitor progress to keep works on track.
• Champion Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental standards and manage pre-starts.
• Prepare and manage project documentation, programmes, cost estimates and records.
• Schedule works and procure contractor services, providing technical support.
• Drive continuous improvement and share safer, smarter ways of working with the team.

Skills

Project leadership

Health & Safety

Civil construction

Budgeting & cost control

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

Job description

Fulton Hogan in Auckland is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead day-to-day project engineering and site delivery, supporting the Project Manager to safely and efficiently deliver civil construction works. You will help deliver safer, more reliable infrastructure across Tāmaki Makaurau.

This hands-on role combines office work with on-site leadership, coaching teams, managing programmes, cost estimates and records to ensure on-time, on-spec results.