Senior Site Civil Engineer | Te Awa Kairangi

AECOM; Wellington; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Site Civil Engineer in Wellington to support the Te Awa Kairangi (RiverLink) project, a major live transport infrastructure delivery. You will collaborate with construction, design and client teams to solve practical engineering challenges and deliver critical infrastructure for future generations.

You will also contribute to AECOM's broader Wellington transport and water project portfolio, applying QA processes, coordinating with contractors, and mentoring junior engineers

Qualifications

• Practical, technically capable engineer with construction understanding.
• Experience coordinating with contractors and design teams on site.
• Knowledge of QA processes and construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead site inspections to ensure design, quality and safety compliance.
• Inspect civil/structural works including utilities, drainage, foundations and walls.
• Review ITPs and oversee quality documentation and pre-pour checks.
• Identify challenges and coordinate practical solutions with teams.
• Coordinate with project managers, client and alliance partners to drive delivery.
• Assess design changes and mentor junior engineers on site inspections.
• Promote safety culture and drive continuous improvement on site.

Skills

Civil engineering

Site inspections

Construction supervision

Quality assurance

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

ITP documentation

Pre-pour inspections

Job description

• Full-time
• State/Province: Wellington
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM New Zealand Limited
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Operating Group: International
• Primary Location: NZ - Wellington

Company Description

Help build one of New Zealand's most significant transport infrastructure projects while developing your career across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects.

At AECOM, we're delivering infrastructure that creates opportunity for everyone. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Site Civil Engineer to join our Wellington team, with a primary focus on the Te Awa Kairangi (RiverLink) Project – Wellington’s largest and most complex live transport infrastructure construction project.

This role offers a unique combination of major project delivery experience and broader consulting exposure. While the majority of your time will be dedicated to supporting Te Awa Kairangi during construction, you will also contribute to a variety of AECOM's transport, water and infrastructure projects across the Wellington region, including aspects of project and contract management.

Job Description

Why this role?

Few engineers have the opportunity to work on projects that genuinely shape the future of a city. Te Awa Kairangi is a once-in-a-generation investment in infrastructure, delivering significant transport improvements, enhanced flood resilience, better community connections and long-term benefits for the region.

As a Site Civil Engineer, you will play a key role in bringing this landmark project to life. You'll apply your engineering expertise in a challenging live construction environment, working alongside experienced construction, design and client teams to help solve real-world engineering problems and deliver critical infrastructure for future generations.

Beyond Te Awa Kairangi, you'll gain valuable experience supporting AECOM's wider project portfolio, providing opportunities to broaden your technical, commercial and project delivery skills while building relationships across our multidisciplinary business.

This is an opportunity to:

• Contribute to Wellington's largest live transport infrastructure construction project.
• Be part of a project that will leave a lasting legacy for the Wellington region.
• Develop your site engineering expertise on a major infrastructure delivery project.
• Gain exposure to project management and contract administration responsibilities.
• Support a diverse range of transport, three waters and civil infrastructure projects across the region.
• Work alongside industry-leading engineers, project managers and technical specialists.

In this role you will:

• Lead site inspections, ensuring construction meets design, quality and safety standards.
• Inspect civil and structural works, which include underground utilities, drainage, civil structures, retaining walls, buildings and foundations.
• Review ITPs, conduct pre-pour inspections and oversee quality documentation.
• Identify construction challenges and design coordination issues, collaborating with contractors and designers to develop practical solutions and maintain project progress
• Coordinate with project managers, client, design and construction teams within the Alliance as well as key stakeholders and project partners to drive quality delivery.
• Assess design changes, resolve technical challenges and ensure works meet engineering requirements.
• Support and mentor junior engineers, championing best practice across site inspections.
• Promote a strong safety culture and drive continuous improvement on site.

Qualifications

The impact you’ll bring

We're looking for a practical, technically capable engineer who understands construction, takes pride in quality and can confidently coordinate with the people responsible for delivering work on site.

You’ll ideally bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• 10+ years experience in site engineering, construction supervision, site inspections and quality assurance on civil infrastructure projects.
• A sound understanding of construction methods, engineering drawings/models, technical specifications and quality assurance processes.
• Experience inspecting concrete, foundations, reinforcement, formwork and structural steel.
• The ability to identify construction issues, assess compliance and coordinate practical solutions with contractors and design teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
• A commitment to health, safety, quality and continuous improvement.

We’d particularly value experience in:

• Major infrastructure or complex civil construction projects.
• Reviewing ITPs, conducting pre-pour inspections and preparing site inspection documentation.
• Working closely with contractors, construction superintendents and multidisciplinary design teams.
• Mentoring junior engineers and coordinating technical inspection activities.
• New Zealand construction practices, engineering standards and compliance requirements.

Additional Information

Why AECOM?

At AECOM, you'll join a global team united by a common purpose: delivering a better world. You'll have the opportunity to work on career-defining projects, access industry-leading technical expertise, and develop your skills through meaningful responsibility and professional support.

Te Awa Kairangi will be the primary focus of this role, providing an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to a transformational infrastructure project. However, at the same time, you'll gain exposure to AECOM's broader project portfolio, developing the technical, commercial and project delivery skills that will support your long‑term career growth.

AECOM is committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. 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.