About Us
At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.
About the Team
Downer’s Transport & Infrastructure business manages and maintains road networks across Australia and New Zealand, with civil and commercial construction in New Zealand. We are an integrated trans-Tasman team with a leading portfolio of products and services. By sharing our capabilities and insights across our regions we achieve the best technical solutions for our customers’ challenges, and for our communities.
Job Description
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Engineer to join our Christchurch Transport & Infrastructure civil construction team. As a Project Engineer, you will provide hands-on management for specific operations, offering technical support to supervisors and driving successful project outcomes. From planning and tendering to managing contracts and ensuring safety excellence, you’ll be at the heart of our project success.
Key responsibilities will include;
- Assist in managing assigned contracts, ensuring transport and infrastructure projects meet client expectations for quality and timeframes.
- Manage contractual issues, ensuring obligations are met and variations are resolved effectively.
- Contribute to accurate estimates and tenders for contracts and variation
- Build strong relationships with client representatives and stakeholders in Christchurch’s transport and infrastructure sectors
- Promote safe and sustainable working practices through induction, training and ongoing staff development
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
As an experienced Project Engineer, you’ll bring with you a proven track record in the civil construction industry. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise, project management capabilities and strong interpersonal skills. You will also have:
- Tertiary qualification or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related field
- Understanding of transport and infrastructure construction projects
- General understanding of NZS 3910 conditions of contract
- Competence in project management tools and software used for planning, scheduling, and monitoring construction activities
- Familiarity with local industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements
- A good health and safety related track record
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here
- Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:
- Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
- Discounts for Samsung, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more!
- $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer
- Great promotion and career development opportunities
- Have a look at our other great benefits here!
Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 716271
We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.
