Engineering Manager - Otaki / Levin (Fixed-Term)

About The Project

The Otaki to North of Levin (O2NL) highway will dramatically improve safety, resilience, and efficiency, while increasing transport choices for a growing population.

The project is being delivered in partnership with NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Muaupoko Tribal Authority, local hapu of Ngati Raukawa ki te Tonga, and Horowhenua District Council.

This is a transformative infrastructure project being delivered using a two-alliance model.

Our shared project principles include treading lightly on the whenua, building strong partnerships, and delivering an enduring legacy.

We're looking for great people to join us on this unique journey.

About The Role

The Engineering Manager is a key leadership position within the Otaki to North of Levin (O2NL) South Alliance project.

You will drive the delivery of sound and compliant design management practices, ensuring engineering solutions meet construction needs and project objectives.

The role focuses on aligning design outputs with construction delivery, managing design-related risks, and leading the Temporary Works process to support safe and efficient project outcomes.

This role is a fixed-term position until December

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the integration of permanent works designs to meet construction requirements

Oversee structured design reviews to ensure constructability and practical detailing

Proactively manage design changes, risks, and scope creep, maintaining traceability and cost awareness

Act as Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC), ensuring robust management and compliance with TWfNZ standards

Champion best practices in Health, Safety, and Environmental management throughout design and construction

Ensure all engineering activities comply with project standards, procedures, and relevant regulations

About you

Tertiary qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering (Washington Accord accredited BE or equivalent)

Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or actively working towards accreditation is preferred

Minimum 10 years' post-graduate experience in infrastructure delivery, including 5 years in senior engineering leadership or design management

Proven track record managing design on major infrastructure projects and D&C contracts

Strong background in temporary works design and management, with solid understanding of ground engineering and risk control

Don't tick all the boxes but still keen?

We know that great people come from all kinds of backgrounds.

If you have transferable skills, a great attitude, and the drive to contribute to a high-performing project—we want to hear from you.

About Us

McConnell Dowell – Creative ConstructionOur purpose is Providing a Better Life.

We do that by delivering infrastructure that connects, supports and sustains communities—and by providing career opportunities that help our people grow.From city-shaping transport to remote energy and water projects, we've successfully delivered complex infrastructure across New Zealand, Australia, the Pacific and Southeast Asia for over 60 years.

Why Join Us

The work you'll do will have a positive, lasting impact on communities—and on your career.

Our diverse projects and supportive culture offer plenty of development opportunities.

With some of the best minds in the industry, we'll help you set and reach your personal and professional goals.We actively celebrate diversity and individuality.

In a team culture that's low on ego and high on support, you'll be encouraged to bring your ideas and make an impact.

We're big enough to deliver legacy projects and agile enough for your voice to matter.So, join us, be you, and help us create better together.

Apply now!

We are an equal opportunity employer.

People of all ages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and cultures are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please note : All successful applicants must have valid work rights for New Zealand and / or Pacific Islands and pass a satisfactory pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.

This role is being sourced through McConnell Dowell directly.

We are not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.

Benefits listed are for those eligible.

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