Senior Contracts Engineer

Stantec; Wellington; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Learning programs

Mentoring

Professional memberships

Insurance protection

Mental health program

Recognition awards

Employee assistance

Global network

Social club

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Stantec in Wellington is seeking a Senior Contracts Engineer to provide civil engineering contract expertise across tendering, procurement, and contract management for capital projects.

You will monitor MSQA activities, manage documentation, and build strong relationships with clients, contractors and stakeholders to deliver project outcomes in New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical qualification in civil engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years’ professional experience in contracts engineering or management.
• Experience delivering infrastructure or transport projects.
• Strong investigation, analytical and report writing skills.
• Able to build trust with peers and clients.
• Experience in both public and private sectors.

Responsibilities

• Managing construction contracts as Engineer’s/Principal’s Representative.
• Supporting procurement processes including tender preparation and evaluation.
• Undertaking constructability reviews of designs and drawings.
• Monitoring project financials, progress, and reporting on performance.
• Building relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Maintaining project documentation in line with quality requirements.
• Coordinating with authorities and project teams to minimise disruption.
• Providing guidance and mentoring to junior engineers.

Skills

Contract management

Tender evaluation

Construction monitoring

Stakeholder management

Mentoring / leadership

Education

BEng. NZCE

BEngTech

Dip Eng.

Job description

Senior Contracts Engineer - ( 260000CO )

Description

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure.

About The Role

To provide civil engineering technical expertise and knowledge to contribute to the successful delivery of tender/contract documentation, procurement/tendering, construction contract management, and monitoring, surveillance, and quality assurance (MSQA) activities for our client’s capital projects.

This opportunity offers you the chance to work on rewarding projects and use your technical know-how together with your investigation, analytical and construction management skills to deliver excellent service to our key and emerging clients in New Zealand.

Day To Day Tasks Would Involve

• Managing construction contracts, including acting as Engineer’s Representative or Principal’s Representative
• Supporting procurement processes including tender preparation and evaluation
• Undertaking constructability reviews of designs, specifications, and drawings
• Monitoring project financials, tracking progress, and reporting on performance
• Building strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes
• Managing project documentation and maintaining accurate records in line with client and quality requirements
• Coordinating with local authorities, community stakeholders, and project teams to minimise disruption during construction
• Providing guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and team members to support capability development

To Be Successful For This Role You'll Need

• Relevant technical qualification e.g. BEng. NZCE, BEngTech, Dip Eng.
• Minimum 7 years’ relevant professional experience in contracts engineering and/ or contract management
• Demonstrated experience delivering infrastructure or transport projects
• Strong investigation, analytical and report writing skills.
• Able to build trust and provide support to peers and clients.
• Experience in both the public and private sectors.
• Have a strong interest in professional development and building a challenging career in transport engineering.

What We Offer

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development and wellbeing is ongoing.

• Flexible Working Arrangements including provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time working
• Learning and Talent Development Programs including Global programmes
• Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
• Professional Memberships
• Health Insurance – Income Protection Insurance – Life Insurance
• Mental Health and Wellbeing progamme
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employee Assistance Program
• Developing Professionals Group, a global network for our employees
• Social Club - sports, clubs, shows, fun events
• An inclusive workplace

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Qualifications

Primary Location : New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington Organization : BC-3102 Transpt-NZ New Zealand Employee Status : Regular Job Level : Individual Contributor Travel : No Schedule : Full-time Job Posting : Aug 16, 2026, 7:10:03 PM Req ID: 260000CO

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans