Senior Civil Design Engineer

Senior Civil Design Engineer – GHD

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we'll help you on your journey.

Join our team of globally connected specialists to help solve complex transport challenges and experience groundbreaking projects from idea to delivery, and beyond.

The Role

Plan, design, and oversee construction of infrastructure projects.

Monitor construction works to ensure quality, time, and budget targets are met.

Conduct engineering inspections and recommend remedial works as needed.

Create and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Support contract and project management, including coordination with subcontractors.

Assist in client and stakeholder communications.

Contribute to process improvement and innovation across engineering activities.

Collect and analyze project data to inform decision-making.

Stay up to date with engineering standards and best practices.

About You

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Civil or related field).

8 to 15 years of professional engineering experience and looking to obtain CPEng certification.

Strong design experience across a range of projects.

Self-starter and motivated to improve and challenge yourself to grow your career.

Familiar with design packages such as OpenRoads, Civil 3D and / or 12D and AutoCAD.

Familiarity with construction monitoring, drawing creation, and contract management.

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Comfortable using engineering software and tools.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills with ability to work as part of a project team.

Eager to learn and grow within a multidisciplinary environment.

What GHD Offers

We operate nationally, so you're not limited by location.

You can be based in any of our offices across New Zealand, with opportunities to contribute to projects outside your region, ideal for broadening your experience and professional network.

With a strong pipeline of work, a supportive team culture, and access to varied and meaningful projects, this is a great opportunity to grow your technical skills, take on new challenges, and shape a long-term career in civil infrastructure.

Click 'Apply' to submit your CV.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At GHD we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce.

GHD is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities and invites applications from people of all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds.

Office Closure

Please be aware that our office will be closed from Thursday 25th December

• to Friday, 9th January

We will reopen on Monday, 12th January

During this period there may be delays in processing applications and responding to enquiries.

We appreciate your understanding and patience.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

Job Details

Seniority level : Mid-Senior level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Design, Consulting, and Engineering

Industries : Civil Engineering; Industrial Machinery Manufacturing; Environmental Services

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