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Alexander Knight Recruitment

Senior Civil Engineer

  • Posted 1w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time
Location

Tauranga

Salary

$140  -  $170 k/yr

Job Description

The Company

Is an NZ owned leading multidisciplinary land development and civil infrastructure consultancy with a strong presence in the Bay of Plenty and the central North Island.


With a very strong people focussed culture and excellent staff retention they can provide you with a secure, long-term career with work flexibility and your well-being at heart.


Their team of civil, structural geotechnical, planning and surveying experts provide services to commercial, residential and infrastructure projects.

The Role

  • Mix of office based and travelling to site across Bay of Plenty
  • Undertake and lead the civil design for medium to large land development projects
  • Oversee projects from start to finish by working collaboratively with Designers, Geotechnical specialists, Surveyors and Planners
  • Prepare engineering calculations, specifications and design documentation
  • Guide and mentor junior staff
  • Construction monitoring
  • Build and maintain strong client, local authority and contractor relationships


About You

  • Recognised engineering degree and CPEng qualified (or close to)
  • Land development and engineering design in three waters, earthworks and roading
  • Significant experience in a similar role in NZ
  • High proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Leadership of projects and staff on land development projects
  • Effective communicator as you will be working closely with clients, local authorities and contractors.


The Benefits

  • 36-hour working week (finish 12pm every Friday)
  • Flexible working culture
  • Health Insurance
  • Variety of projects across commercial, industrial and residential
  • Laid back, beachy office vibe
  • Fun and supportive working environment
  • Long Service recognition
  • Employee Assistance Programme

Hard Skills Required

  • Civil Design (AutoCAD Civil 3D)
  • Three Waters, Earthworks, and Roading
  • Project Leadership
  • Engineering Calculations & Specifications
  • Construction Monitoring

Soft Skills Required

  • Leadership
  • Effective Communication
  • Client & Contractor Relations
  • Mentoring
  • Team Collaboration
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