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Principal Engineer – Water

Principal Engineer – Water

Salt Digital RecruitmentAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand
12 hours ago
Job description

Overview

Principal / Director Water Engineer

I am seeking a highly experienced Principal or Team Lead to spearhead my clients Water capability in Auckland. This is a unique opportunity to take the reins of a growing practice within a respected consultancy, known for delivering quality outcomes and maintaining strong client relationships.

About Us

They’re a nimble, well-connected consultancy of 20-30 professionals, working across infrastructure, environmental, and water sectors. Their clients include leading councils, developers, and infrastructure providers. With a solid pipeline of work and a reputation for excellence, we’re now ready to expand our offering – and we need the right leader to make it happen.

The Role

This is a senior leadership position with scope to shape and grow a practice. You’ll lead multidisciplinary projects, mentor engineers, and work closely with clients and directors. You’ll also have the opportunity to establish and build a dedicated water team, with full support from the business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and deliver complex 3 Waters projects (stormwater, wastewater, potable water)
  • Provide technical direction and quality assurance
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships
  • Mentor and develop junior engineers
  • Contribute to business strategy and growth
  • Potentially establish and lead a new water practice

About You

  • 10+ years’ experience in water engineering, with a focus on 3 Waters
  • Proven leadership and project delivery experience
  • Strong client engagement and communication skills
  • CPEng or equivalent preferred
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for team building
  • What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary (~$200K) + benefits
  • Flexible, supportive work environment
  • Opportunity to shape a practice and make a lasting impact
  • Great clients, meaningful projects, and a strong pipeline of work
  • If this opportunity is of interest, or you would like to know more, please contact Liam on , or apply now.

    We’re proud to have been finalists for 2023 RCSA Awards in the Excellence in Client Service and Excellence in Candidate Care categories, and finalist for a 2023 SEEK Annual Recruitment Award in the Large Recruitment Agency of the Year category. At Salt, our mission is Creating Futures by putting our clients, candidates, partners, and team members at the heart of everything we do. We extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who has contributed to our continued success.

    Job Information

  • Job Reference : JO-
  • Salary : NZ$170,000.00 - NZ$260,000.00 per annum
  • Salary per : annum
  • Job Duration : Permanent
  • Job Start Date : ASAP
  • Job Industries : Supply Chain & Operations
  • Job Locations : Auckland
  • Job Types : Permanent
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