Principal Civil Engineer - Utilities

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Company Description

“AECOM has given me so many opportunities to grow. The projects I work on are city-shaping and always different.” – Sarah Whitehouse, Transport Team Lead, Auckland NZ.

As our population grows, so does demand for safe, expedient, cost‑effective transportation. Our transportation experts leverage local knowledge and global capability to help clients navigate challenges and build a better world. Our expertise in planning, designing, and managing transportation systems, as well as restoring and replacing older infrastructure, allows us to help public and private clients move people and goods in smarter, more advanced, and sustainable ways. At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward‑thinking environment where your contributions are valued.

Job Description

Join AECOM’s dynamic Auckland Transport team and take a pivotal role in shaping some of New Zealand’s most high‑profile and complex infrastructure projects. We are looking for a Principal Civil Engineer specialising in Utilities to provide and undertake hands‑on utilities design as well as technical leadership to more junior utilities engineers. You will help to deliver major brownfield and transport corridor projects such as Eastern Busway and other landmark urban developments.

In this role, you will combine hands‑on engineering expertise with strategic oversight and will have experience on major brownfield infrastructure projects. You will be leading the design and delivery of utilities works, coordinating across multiple disciplines, and collaborating closely with stakeholders to ensure successful, integrated project outcomes.

How you’ll make a difference

• Deliver utilities design using 12d, ensuring technical accuracy on major brownfield projects.
• Lead and manage junior utilities engineers, providing guidance and oversight on project tasks and deliverables.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary design work, collaborating with other disciplines and liaising with asset owners to integrate utilities solutions.
• Apply local design standards and frameworks, engaging with stakeholders such as Vector, Watercare, and Chorus to ensure compliance and smooth project delivery.

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