We have an exciting opportunity for a CPEng Civil Engineer to join our dynamic team. Based in Queenstown or any of our South Island offices, you'll be a technical lead on land development and civil infrastructure projects.

At Eliot Sinclair, we pride ourselves on our ability to approach challenges with innovative thinking and creative solutions. With a confirmed forward workload and a growing pipeline, you’ll be involved in a variety of interesting projects, right from the initial client contact to project completion. Our collaborative approach involves working closely with experts in land and site development, geotechnical and structural engineering, planning, and urban design, providing a unique end-to-end service to our clients. With our seven South Island offices and diverse staff from around the world, you will collaborate with a range of experts and become an integral part of the wider Eliot Sinclair team.

Job Description

Why work for Eliot Sinclair?

Exciting Projects: Experience the thrill of working on diverse civil infrastructure, commercial, residential and industrial land development projects. With a sustained forward workload, we have complex and exciting projects ranging from 2 lots through to 500 lot subdivisions across the South Island.

Technical Design Lead: You will have the opportunity to be the technical design lead on projects from the start to end.

Work-Life Balance: We believe in a diverse work-life balance, offering a 9-day fortnight ensuring you have the flexibility to enjoy both personal and professional pursuits.

Competitive Salary Package: Enjoy an attractive salary package that recognises your expertise and contributions, along with a wide range of benefit`s including health insurance and ongoing career development.

Supportive Team Culture: Join our experienced and well-connected team that fosters a positive and supportive work environment, featuring great social events every month, including our annual Mid Winter Christmas with staff from all seven offices coming together and end-of-year Christmas Family BBQ for you and your family.

Job Description

The Civil Engineer acts as Engineer’s Representative or Engineer to the Contract on civil engineering projects during the construction phases. During design and consenting phases of projects you will be responsible for earthworks, erosion sediment design, 2D & 3D geometric roading & drainage drawings, pavement, stormwater & surface hydrology, wastewater, water reticulation etc. including how essential utility services are implemented correctly. This will include technical design review for infrastructure servicing and design reports. NZ4431 construction monitoring and signoff is desired.

You will prepare schedules of prices, tender documentation, including appropriate specifications, and oversee the construction of civil engineering works, ensuring all projects meet the relevant industry standards and requirements, which you’ll be responsible for sign-off. You will be responsible for the technical designs for a range of land development and civil infrastructure projects, collaborating with clients and project managers to create detailed scopes of work and design requirements, and engage with staff across departments on multi-disciplinary projects. You will be actively involved in fee proposals, setting project timelines and be responsible for delivering projects. Your role will involve handling multiple concurrent projects, mitigating project risks through a considered approach, embracing a positive and can-do attitude to problem-solving, and demonstrating effective communication skills, a strong work ethic, and meticulous attention to detail while working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders. We’re offering you our highly experienced multi-discipline teams to complement your skillset.

Desired Skills and Experience

Desired Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, you should have:

5+ years of experience in civil engineering, with a recognised and relevant engineering degree and Civil CPEng accreditation.
Proven expertise as a lead civil engineering designer, with hands-on design skills and proficiency in 12D or similar software.
Proven competencies in 3 waters, earthworks, roading, pavements, and general civil design aspects.
Sound knowledge of relevant industry standards, including NZS3910, NZS4404, TA design codes of practice, and NZBC.
The ability to manage concurrent projects and handle responsibility.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with others.
High motivation, attention to detail, and an enthusiastic approach to your work.

Take the Next Step:

If you're seeking the next exciting step in your career and want to join our innovative team.

Get in touch with our HR team today! Contact us at or call 03 3794014. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing this exciting opportunity further.

Note: Relocation assistance may be provided for the right candidate.

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