Senior Site Engineer - Civil Infra (Queenstown) - Housing

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Accommodation and subsistence

Medical aid and retirement fund

Career advancement opportunities

Safety-focused work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Site Engineer to oversee a major infrastructure project near Queenstown. The role requires strong leadership, meticulous site management, and a proven civil construction background on large-scale works.

You will supervise setting out, surveying, quality control, and coordination with subcontractors while maintaining HSE standards and schedules. A Diploma or Bachelor in Civil Engineering and 6+ years on site are preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a National Diploma or Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Registration with ECSA is advantageous.
• Minimum 6 years of site-based civil engineering experience on large infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency with surveying equipment and site-engineering software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage all site engineering activities, including setting out, surveying, and quality control.
• Ensure work aligns with approved drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Develop and implement construction schedules and methodologies.
• Manage site teams, including junior engineers, foremen, and labour.
• Monitor project quality and enforce HSE protocols on site.
• Coordinate with project managers, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve site issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

Surveying equipment

Site engineering software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Site Engineer to oversee a major infrastructure project near Queenstown. The role requires strong leadership, meticulous site management, and a proven civil construction background on large-scale works.

You will supervise setting out, surveying, quality control, and coordination with subcontractors while maintaining HSE standards and schedules. A Diploma or Bachelor in Civil Engineering and 6+ years on site are preferred.