Senior Project Engineer
Auckland - New Zealand
Job Summary
Nau mai haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan Join us at Fulton Hogan
Were on the lookout for a seasoned Senior Project Engineer to be a driving force in our Contracting team in Auckland. This isnt a back-room role youll be right at the coalface leading day-to-day project engineering and site delivery and partnering with our Project Manager to safely and efficiently deliver standout civil construction projects. Your mahi will directly shape how people move around Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland as you help us create connect and care for communities by delivering safer more reliable future-focused infrastructure.
Mō te tūranga About the role
Youll be the go-to technical and commercial lead on our construction projects working shoulder-to-shoulder with the Project Manager and wider contracting team in a hands-on site-based role where no two days look the same splitting your time between planning and problem-solving in the office and making things happen out on site. Youll own the safe efficient and productive delivery of works making sure every job hits the mark to spec on time and on budget while connecting the dots between design delivery and dollars keeping people safe and standards high. Your leadership will set the tone driving team culture safety quality and performance and directly influencing the long-term success of our projects our clients and our business.
Ngā kawenga matua Key responsibilities
Lead project teams to successfully plan execute and deliver civil construction projects that youre proud to put your name to
Oversee the day-to-day running of the project site keeping a close eye on progress tackling issues early and keeping works on track and on programme
Champion Health Safety Quality and Environmental standards driving a zero harm mindset ensuring pre-starts are done right risks are identified and controlled and company procedures are lived not just ticked off
Prepare and manage project documentation programmes correspondence cost estimates and records with a focus on accuracy clarity and timely completion to support great decision-making
Schedule works and procure contractor services bringing your technical know-how and practical problem-solving skills to the table whenever challenges arise
Drive continuous improvement by challenging the status quo identifying safer smarter and more efficient ways of working then sharing those ideas so the whole team lifts its game
Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga Were looking for someone with
A Bachelor of Civil Engineering (or similar tertiary qualification) ideally NZQF Level 7/8 from a recognised institution
Around 7 years experience delivering mid to large-scale roading or civil construction projects ideally within a contracting environment where youve worn the boots on the ground and project lead hats
Strong working knowledge of project management principles site operations and current civil construction legislation in New Zealand with the confidence to apply it day-to-day
A solid understanding of core civil engineering principles and a sharp eye for what good practice looks like on site and the courage to call it out when its not happening
Proven leadership capability you set high standards communicate clearly back your people and build trust so others respect you and want to follow your lead
Real commercial nous with experience managing risk cost and productivity so projects are delivered to spec in full on time every time while still building strong long-term client relationships
He pai te mahi he pai ngā painga Good work good benefits
At Fulton Hogan we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. Youll have access to:
Medical insurance and Life insurance after the eligibility period
KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones up to 7%
Parental leave topup payment with additional returntowork support
Ongoing training and development with clear career growth and progression opportunities
Great discounts at a wide range of retailers
Ko wai mātou About us
Fulton Hogan is an integrated infrastructure construction and services business working across New Zealand and Australia. We partner with clients and communities to design build operate and maintain critical assets from bitumen and quarries to roads water and energy. Our people are united by a simple purpose: to create connect and care for communities while reducing environmental impact and supporting more sustainable futures.
Learn more about us at Homepage - Fulton Hogan and apply to be part of our growing industry.
Me pēhea te tono How to apply:
Play a key role in shaping the future of Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland by delivering infrastructure that supports how Aucklanders live work and move creating safer journeys stronger communities and more resilient networks for years to come.
If youre ready to step into a senior role where your decisions have real impact and your experience is valued apply now and start your journey with our Fulton Hogan whānau.
All successful candidates must undergo and pass a preemployment medical and drug screen prior to employment.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Fulton Hogan Delivers High-Quality Infrastructure To Improve The Lives Of People In New Zealand & Australia