Site Engineer – Civil Southern Team (Hornby, Christchurch)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Site Engineer to join our client’s Civil Southern team based in Hornby, Christchurch, working on a variety of projects across Canterbury. If you’ve completed your grad program and have at least 1 year of relevant experience in heavy civil, this is the perfect opportunity to further develop your career.

Our client offers a friendly and supportive team environment, with Canterbury providing a fantastic lifestyle.

You will be responsible for:

• Delivering quality civil projects on time, within budget, and to the client’s satisfaction.
• Providing specialized technical advice as needed.
• Managing and motivating effective project teams and subcontractors.
• Championing health and safety on site.
• Collaborating with managers and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.

Skills and experience that will ensure your success:

• Civil Engineering degree, equivalent qualification, or significant experience in the field.
• Proven experience working on 3-water projects, pump stations, treatment plants, utilities, roading, deep trenching, and other civil construction works.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively.
• Financial acumen to deliver projects within budget.
• Experience managing diverse teams and a range of projects.

About our client:

Our client is a dynamic and innovative leader in New Zealand’s infrastructure sector. Their work spans road construction, earthworks, drainage, subdivisions, bridges, and large-scale national projects.
Part of Vinci Construction Americas-Oceania, they combine local expertise with international knowledge to create a high-performing culture where their people thrive.