Civil Engineer

Findojobs South Africa; South Africa; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A local civil contracting company in Queenstown is seeking an Intermediate to Senior Civil Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate should have relevant qualifications and experience in civil engineering, particularly within New Zealand. Key responsibilities include managing projects, ensuring compliance with design specifications, and overseeing staff. Competitive pay and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Good rates of pay

Training and education opportunities

Company Vehicle

Health Insurance

Family atmosphere and good support

Qualifications

• 3+ years of civil engineering experience within New Zealand preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and meet customer expectations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts and assigned staff effectively.
• Complete civil construction projects as per specifications.
• Plan and ensure safe and efficient delivery.

Skills

Civil engineering experience

Contract management

Budget preparation and financial management

Excellent relationship development skills

Education

BE, National Diploma in Engineering, or NZCE

Job description

Location: Queenstown-Lakes, Otago
Type: Full Time, Permanent

Wilson Contractors are a well- established locally owned and operated company based in Otago and Southland, with branches in Queenstown, Cromwell and Invercargill.

We specialise in civil contracting, delivering a range of services including subdivision construction, bulk earthworks, roading, drainage, infrastructure and site works.

We are looking for a full time, permanent Intermediate to Senior Civil Engineer to be based in our Queenstown branch working around Queenstown Lakes and Central Otago.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A relevant qualification such as a BE, National Diploma in Engineering, NZCE.
• 3+ years civil engineering experience within New Zealand (but not essential for the right candidate)
• A history of delivering projects to meet time, quality, and safety; as well as customer expectations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage, motivate and relate to people at all levels.
• Experience managing engineering projects within a contracting environment.
• Contract management, budget preparation and financial management skills.

In addition, you should have excellent relationship development and networking skills; be a strong communicator, a self-starter, and be able to work effectively under pressure.

We offer the following benefits:

• Good rates of pay, training and education opportunities.
• The chance to live in the Southern Lakes / Central Otago region.
• Company Vehicle
• Health Insurance
• Family atmosphere, good support, great people.

Key duties of the role:

• Efficient and effective management of contracts and assigned staff
• Complete civil construction projects in accordance with design specifications
• Plan construction methods and ensure delivery is both safe and efficient.
• Carry out operations in such a way so as to minimise our impact on the environment.
• Day to day running and administration of project is effective.
• Job records are captured, and invoicing is correct.
• Ensure work is adequately controlled and supervised to meeting the requirements of the customer, job time and cost budgets.
• Manage the preparation and implementation of contract quality plans.
• Oversee or complete testing as required by Quality Plans.
• Complete programs for contracts and monitor their completion to ensure they are completed in the agreed time frame

All applicants must have NZ Residency or a valid NZ Work Visa

If this sounds like the job you are looking for, please apply now and send your CV + cover letter through.

Wilson Contractors
Rapid 329, SH6
Kingston-Queenstown Highway 9371


E: [e-mail]
P: 03 451 0047

Wilson Contractors

Rapid 329, SH6
Kingston-Queenstown Highway
Queenstown 9371

03 451 0047