Site Engineer – Utilities & Accommodation (NZ Infra)

McConnell Dowell; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

McConnell Dowell – Creative Construction is seeking a Site Engineer for the Ō2NL project to support utilities and accommodation works. You’ll coordinate with project teams, manage site activities, and help deliver relocations, service adjustments, and safe execution across the construction programme.

You’ll work with the Utilities/Accommodation Lead, uphold safety standards, track progress, and coordinate with subcontractors and external agencies to ensure timely delivery and quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Engineering, Property, or a related discipline.
• Civil infrastructure experience.
• Understanding NZ property regulations.
• Experience mobilising and demolishing homes and utilities (power, gas, water etc.).

Responsibilities

• Resolve technical and logistical issues in collaboration with internal teams and external providers.
• Support the Utilities / Accommodation Lead in tracking progress and managing risks.
• Contribute to planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Assist in integrating utility works into the broader construction programme.
• Prepare scopes of work and assist with procurement and subcontractor coordination.
• Engage with subcontractors, suppliers, alliance partners, local councils, iwi, and community stakeholders.
• Implement quality control systems and assist in managing non-conformance reports.
• Lead toolbox talks and contribute to risk assessment workshops.

Skills

Civil infrastructure experience

Subcontractor management

Coordination with external agencies

Safety awareness

Planning and risk management

Education

Engineering degree

Property-related qualification

Job description

McConnell Dowell – Creative Construction is seeking a Site Engineer for the Ō2NL project to support utilities and accommodation works. You’ll coordinate with project teams, manage site activities, and help deliver relocations, service adjustments, and safe execution across the construction programme.

You’ll work with the Utilities/Accommodation Lead, uphold safety standards, track progress, and coordinate with subcontractors and external agencies to ensure timely delivery and quality outcomes.