Senior Project Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

KiwiSaver

Parental leave top-up

Training & development

Retail discounts

Job summary

Fulton Hogan is looking for a Senior Project Engineer to join our Contracting team in Auckland. You’ll lead day-to-day project engineering and on-site delivery, supporting our Project Manager to safely and efficiently deliver high-quality civil construction works.

This hands-on, site-based role blends office planning with field execution. You’ll champion health and safety, manage programmes and costs, and drive quality, timely completion and value for our communities across Tāmaki Makaurau.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering (or similar tertiary qualification) from a recognised institution.
• Around 5+ years’ experience delivering mid to large-scale roading or civil construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, site operations and NZ civil construction legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams in the successful execution and delivery of civil construction projects.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the project site, monitoring progress and resolving issues to keep works on track.
• Champion Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental standards, ensuring pre-starts are completed, risks are managed and procedures followed.
• Prepare and manage project documentation, including programmes, correspondence, cost estimates and records.
• Schedule works and procure contractor services, providing technical expertise and problem-solving support.
• Drive continuous improvement and share ideas for safer, smarter ways of working.

Skills

Project management

Site operations

Leadership

Commercial nous

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

Job description

Nau mai, haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan | Join us at Fulton Hogan We’re looking for a Senior Project Engineer to join our Contracting team in Auckland. You’ll lead day‑to‑day project engineering and site delivery, supporting our Project Manager to safely and efficiently deliver high‑quality civil construction works. Your mahi will help us create, connect and care for communities by delivering safer, more reliable infrastructure across Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland. Mō te tūranga

Mō te tūranga | About the role

You’ll take the lead on the technical and commercial aspects of construction projects, working closely with the Project Manager and wider contracting team. This is a hands‑on, site‑based role with time both in the office and out on project sites. You’ll be responsible for the safe, efficient and productive delivery of works, making sure jobs are completed to spec, on time and on budget. Your leadership will directly influence team culture, safety, quality and the long‑term success of our projects and business.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• Lead project teams in the successful execution and delivery of civil construction projects
• Oversee the day‑to‑day running of the project site, monitoring progress and resolving issues to keep works on track
• Champion Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental standards, ensuring pre‑starts are completed, risks are managed and company procedures are followed
• Prepare and manage project documentation, including programmes, correspondence, cost estimates and records, ensuring accuracy and timely completion
• Schedule works and procure contractor services, providing technical expertise and problem‑solving support as needed
• Drive continuous improvement, identifying safer, smarter ways of working and sharing ideas with the team

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We’re looking for someone with

• A Bachelor of Civil Engineering (or similar tertiary qualification), ideally NZQF Level 7/8, from a recognised institution
• Around 5+ years’ experience delivering mid to large‑scale roading or civil construction projects, ideally within a contracting environment
• Strong working knowledge of project management principles, site operations and current civil construction legislation in New Zealand
• Solid understanding of core civil engineering principles and what “good practice” looks like on site
• Proven leadership capability, able to be a role model who people respect and want to follow
• Commercial nous, with experience managing risk, cost and productivity to ensure projects are delivered to spec, in full, on time, every time

He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits

• Medical insurance and Life insurance after the eligibility period
• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7%
• Parental leave top‑up payment with additional return‑to‑work support
• Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities
• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers

Ko wai mātou | About us

Fulton Hogan is an integrated infrastructure, construction and services business working across New Zealand and Australia. We partner with clients and communities to design, build, operate and maintain critical assets – from bitumen and quarries to roads, water and energy. Our people are united by a simple purpose: to create, connect and care for communities, while reducing environmental impact and supporting more sustainable futures.

Learn more about us at Homepage - Fulton Hogan.

All successful candidates must undergo and pass a pre‑employment medical and drug screen prior to employment.