Water Infrastructure Leader — Principal Engineer

WSP Global Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunity for professional growth

Positive workplace culture

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Hamilton is seeking a Technical Principal Engineer to lead water and wastewater projects. This role requires a Bachelor of Civil Engineering and over 15 years of experience in the field. Key responsibilities include managing project budgets, undertaking technical reviews, and providing leadership on design projects. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial awareness and experience in infrastructure management. Join an organization recognized for making a positive impact in New Zealand.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional experience in civil and/or water infrastructure.
• Strong commercial awareness in managing budgets and contracts.
• Experience leading design in water supply and wastewater infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and technically review studies and reports.
• Lead technical reviews for complex water infrastructure projects.
• Ensure budgets and financial goals are met on projects.
• Lead design and verification processes to meet client needs.

Skills

Technical leadership in water and wastewater

Project management and budgeting

Civil Engineering expertise

Trenchless installation knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in Hamilton is seeking a Technical Principal Engineer to lead water and wastewater projects. This role requires a Bachelor of Civil Engineering and over 15 years of experience in the field. Key responsibilities include managing project budgets, undertaking technical reviews, and providing leadership on design projects. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial awareness and experience in infrastructure management. Join an organization recognized for making a positive impact in New Zealand.