Senior Geotechnical Engineer

The Adecco Group; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development

Career progression

Collaborative team environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

The Adecco Group, partnering with a well-established Christchurch consultancy, is seeking a Senior Chartered Geotechnical Engineer to lead investigations, analysis, design, and reporting across a diverse project portfolio. You will mentor engineers, grow client relationships, and contribute to strategic growth in Christchurch.

Relocation assistance is available; flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities are on offer as part of a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• CPEng status required.
• Geotechnical experience in New Zealand.
• Strong technical capability in investigations, analysis and design.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Business development and client relationships experience.
• Collaborative approach with mentoring mindset.
• Commercial awareness and growth focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical investigations, assessments, and design projects.
• Prepare and review technical reports, specifications, and proposals.
• Provide technical leadership to junior and intermediate engineers.
• Build and maintain client and industry relationships.
• Contribute to business development and networking activities.
• Support project delivery, commercial performance, and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across infrastructure projects.

Skills

CPEng

Geotech exp

NZ experience

Client relations

Business development

Mentoring

Leadership

Job description

Christchurch | Relocation Assistance Available

Are you a Chartered Geotechnical Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a respected and growing engineering consultancy?

Adecco is proud to be partnering with a well-established consultancy that continues to secure a strong pipeline of infrastructure, land development, commercial, and multidisciplinary engineering projects across New Zealand. We are seeking a Senior Chartered Geotechnical Engineer to join their Christchurch team and play a key role in both technical delivery and business growth.

This opportunity will suit an experienced geotechnical professional who enjoys building client relationships, developing new opportunities, mentoring engineers, and contributing to the strategic growth of a successful consultancy.

About the Role

As a senior member of the team, you will be responsible for leading geotechnical investigations, analysis, design, and reporting across a diverse portfolio of projects. You will work closely with clients, contractors, developers, and multidisciplinary engineering teams while helping to identify and secure new business opportunities.

You will have the opportunity to influence project outcomes, contribute to business development initiatives, and support the continued growth of the Christchurch office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead geotechnical investigations, assessments, and design projects.
• Prepare and review technical reports, specifications, and proposals.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior and intermediate engineers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and industry stakeholders.
• Actively contribute to business development and networking activities.
• Support project delivery, commercial performance, and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across a wide range of infrastructure and development projects.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status.
• Proven geotechnical engineering experience within New Zealand.
• Strong technical capability across investigation, analysis, and design.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated business development and client relationship experience.
• A collaborative approach with a passion for mentoring and developing others.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to identify growth opportunities.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package depending on experience.
• Relocation assistance available for candidates moving to Christchurch.
• A strong pipeline of challenging and rewarding projects.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to play a genuine role in the growth of a successful consultancy.

Why Christchurch?

Christchurch offers an outstanding lifestyle combined with one of New Zealand's most active engineering and infrastructure markets. With easy access to mountains, beaches, and outdoor recreation, it provides an excellent balance between career growth and quality of life.

If you're a Chartered Geotechnical Engineer looking for a role that combines technical challenge, client engagement, and business leadership, we'd love to hear from you.