Engineer'S Representative

About the team | Ko te ropu nei

Join a team that's building a better city.

At Christchurch City Council, we're delivering a significant capital works programme that includes roading, transport-related structures, and more.

We're looking for a skilled and experienced Engineers Representative to help us manage and deliver these projects to the highest standards.

About the role | Ko te mahi nei

As part of the Technical Services & Design Unit, you'll act as the Engineer's Representative under NZS 3910 and 3916 contracts, ensuring contracts are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification.

You'll work closely with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to manage physical works contracts—particularly those related to roading and retaining walls.

Key Responsibilities

Administering contracts and certifying payments, variations, and extensions of time.

(Noting all the powers of the Engineer to Contract other than matters of dispute are designated down to Engineers Representative within the Council contract templates).

Providing technical and contractual advice across the Council.

Auditing works to be vested in Council assets.

Supporting project delivery through effective relationship and contract management.

About you | Ko Koe Tenei

You Will Bring

A qualification in Civil Engineering and or significant practical equivalent experience.

Extensive experience in contract management and construction supervision (as Eng Rep or EtC).

Strong working knowledge of NZS 3910 and 3916.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.

A full, current driver's licence.

What's in it for you?

He aha nga hua ki a koe?

Want To Be Involved In Shaping Your City?

Here At The Council We Know Our Strength Comes From Our People, Working Together As One Team To Create Results.

When You Join Us, You're Getting Involved First Hand, And Contributing To Crafting The Christchurch Community.

You Will Also Benefit From

Access to training programmes, workshops, and development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements - WFH, adjustable start and finish times, option to purchase extra leave.

Collaboration - exposure to wider areas of the organisation

Benefits - a variety of benefits for Council staff from health schemes to retail discounts.

If this sounds like an interesting opportunity, you think you have what it takes and want to get involved in shaping our City then please apply today.

Additional Information | Ko etahi atu korero

At the Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways.

We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging.

If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us at

Hours of work - 37.5 - 40 hours per week

Position - Permanent

Location - This position is primarily based at Te Hononga, Christchurch City Council Civic Offices - 53 Hereford Street

Salary - The salary band for this position goes from $126,230 to $140,255 per annum based on a 40 hour week.

Starting salaries will be based on knowledge, skills and experience the successful candidate brings to the role, and relativities both, within the immediate team and in the broader organisation for the same or similar roles.

Closing Date - 21 / 09 / 2025

To view the position description for this role please visit Engineer's Representative - Jobs at Christchurch City Council

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date.

This means we reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date.

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