Civil Engineer, Wellington

Alexander Knight Recruitment

Civil Engineer

  • Posted 5d ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Wellington


Job Description

Civil Engineer, 12d, Lower Hutt or Paraparaumu, $90,000 - $130,000


The Company


Alexander Knight is partnering with our client to recruit a motivated and experienced Civil Engineer to join their Wellington region team.


This is an exciting opportunity to work across a range of civil engineering projects, delivering high-quality technical solutions from concept through to construction while contributing to the development of communities and infrastructure.


The company is a well established Wellington multidisciplinary consultancy with great leadership, a wide variety of work and excellent career progression opportunities.


The Benefits

  • $90,000 - $130,000
  • Leading employer with strong portfolio of work
  • Excellent team culture
  • Technically strong and supportive environment offering challenging projects and long-term career development

The Role


You will be responsible for managing civil engineering projects end-to-end, ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and successful project delivery. You will work closely with internal teams, clients, and contractors while providing expert engineering advice and support.

  • Design and manage civil engineering projects from conception to completion
  • Conduct feasibility studies, cost estimates, and risk assessments
  • Analyse data and prepare detailed engineering plans and specifications
  • Ensure compliance with relevant NZ standards and regulations
  • Provide technical support and advice to project teams and stakeholders
  • Oversee construction works, ensuring quality control and programme adherence

About You

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (NZ recognised)
  • Minimum of 3 years’ civil engineering experience, preferably in New Zealand
  • Experience with 12d (beneficial, not essential)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proven ability to work both independently and within a team
  • Full NZ driver licence
  • NZ working rights

Desired Hard Skills

  • Project Management
  • Risk Assessment
  • Feasibility Studies
  • Civil Engineering
  • Cost Estimation

Desired Soft Skills

  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Teamwork
  • Analytical Skills

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