Site Engineer

Corde; Rolleston; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Laptop provided

Phone provided

Birthday leave

Boost benefits programme

Ongoing training

Job summary

Corde is seeking an experienced Site Engineer to coordinate civil construction activities on site in Rolleston. You will oversee work to meet plans, specifications, and contractual requirements, while supporting project delivery and safety goals.

The role requires a civil engineering qualification and 2–5 years’ on-site coordination experience, with strong reading of drawings and a collaborative, problem-solving approach.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in civil engineering or related field.
• 2–5 years of proven experience coordinating site activities and leading teams in civil construction.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and programmes.
• Strong focus on health and safety, quality, and cost‑effective delivery.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing day-to-day site operations to ensure works meet project plans, specifications, and contractual requirements.
• Carrying out regular site inspections and quality checks for safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.
• Managing site records, including progress reports, diaries, and defect registers.
• Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel to keep work flowing and materials arriving on time.
• Acting as the link between the Project Manager, clients, and site teams on updates, changes, and issues.
• Monitoring site safety and promoting a strong safety culture on site.
• Preparing site surveys, measurements, and as-built documentation.
• Supporting budget tracking by monitoring costs and reporting on variations.
• Troubleshooting technical issues and recommending practical solutions.

Skills

Site coordination

Quality assurance

Health & safety focus

Reading drawings

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

With summer around the corner, we’re excited to welcome the warmer weather and continued growth of the business. With several key projects underway, our Construction team is looking for an experienced Site Engineer to join and continue their growth towards a Project Engineer.

About the role | Ko te kaupapa

You will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful execution and completion of our civil construction projects. As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for on-site coordination, quality assurance, and technical oversight of construction activities. This position is integral to maintaining our high standards of workmanship, safety, and project delivery, whilst supporting the broader project management objectives of the organisation.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing day-to-day site operations to ensure works meet project plans, specifications, and contractual requirements
• Carrying out regular site inspections and quality checks for compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
• Managing site records, including progress reports, site diaries, and defect registers
• Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel to keep work flowing and materials arriving on time
• Acting as the link between the Project Manager, clients, and site teams on updates, changes, and issues
• Monitoring site safety and promoting a strong safety culture on site
• Preparing site surveys, measurements, and as-built documentation
• Supporting budget tracking by monitoring costs and reporting on variations
• Troubleshooting technical issues and recommending practical solutions
• Tertiary qualification in civil engineering or a related field, or equivalent industry experience
• Seeking someone with 2-5 years of proven experience coordinating site activities and leading teams in civil construction
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and programmes
• Strong focus on health and safety, quality, and cost-effective delivery
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal teams, clients, and subcontractors
• Composed under pressure, with the ability to see the bigger picture and solve problems creatively
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach

What we bring | He aha ta tatou kawe mai

• A competitive annual salary, plus company vehicle
• A work laptop, phone, birthday leave and access to CORDE’s Boost employee benefits programme
• Varied and interesting work across civil construction, infrastructure maintenance and related projects
• Ongoing training, development and professional support
• Great working conditions and a supportive team environment.

The company is committed to providing a safe work environment. Successful candidates are required to pass a pre-employment medical, drug, and alcohol test prior to employment