Site Engineer - Major Projects (Lower Hutt, WGN)

We are working with a leading New Zealand civil construction contractor seeking an experienced Site Engineer to join a major infrastructure project in Wellington.

This is an opportunity to work on a significant, complex infrastructure programme involving wet and dry utilities, roadworks and retaining structures.

You’ll split your time between the construction site and project planning, working closely with supervisors, subcontractors and the wider project team to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, to programme and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the delivery of wet and dry utilities, civil roadworks and retaining structures

• Coordinate day-to-day construction activities with supervisors, forepersons and subcontractors

• Lead quality assurance and quality control activities across site

• Implement and manage Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), construction work packs and project documentation

• Monitor project progress, resources and daily costs against programme and budget

• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and construction documentation

• Conduct site inspections and identify potential quality and delivery issues

• Work closely with Health & Safety teams to support safe work practices and proactive risk management

• Assist with permits, action plans and other project controls

• Provide technical support to the construction team and help resolve site issues

• Maintain strong communication with project stakeholders and contribute to successful project delivery

About You

You’ll be a practical and motivated Civil Engineer who enjoys working in a hands-on project environment.

Ideally, you will have:

• A qualification in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline

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2+ years’ civil construction experience, preferably in New Zealand

• Experience working on infrastructure, utilities, roading or structures projects

• Good understanding of quality assurance processes and ITPs

• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical documentation

• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• A proactive approach to health and safety

• The ability to work collaboratively with site teams and subcontractors

• A willingness to get involved and take ownership of project outcomes

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Engineer looking to build their experience on a major infrastructure project while working alongside an experienced project delivery team.

You’ll gain broad exposure to utilities, road construction, structures, quality and project controls, with the opportunity to develop your technical and project management capabilities.

If you’re a Civil Engineer who enjoys being on site, solving problems and working as part of a collaborative project team, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.