Project Engineer

About the Company:

Our client is an established and growing civil construction contractor with a strong reputation for delivering technically challenging projects across the Waikato and wider North Island.

With a diverse portfolio of civil and infrastructure work, the business has built a reputation for quality delivery, strong technical capability and a practical, hands-on approach to construction.

The company has experienced significant growth in recent years and has a healthy pipeline of work ahead, creating opportunities for experienced engineers looking to take on greater responsibility and develop their careers.
With a close-knit team and relatively flat management structure, employees are given the autonomy to make decisions, take ownership of their work and contribute directly to project outcomes.

The Opportunity:

We're looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join a well-established civil contractor delivering a range of complex infrastructure projects throughout the Waikato and surrounding regions.

Reporting to a Project Manager, you'll play a key role in coordinating construction activities, managing technical requirements and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

This is a hands-on, site-based position offering plenty of variety, responsibility and the opportunity to work alongside an experienced delivery team.

Our client is particularly interested in engineers who have developed their experience within larger civil construction businesses and are now looking for an environment where they can have a greater impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of civil and infrastructure projects.
• Take ownership of allocated construction activities and work packages.
• Coordinate site teams, supervisors, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Review construction drawings, specifications and methodologies.
• Assist with programming, resource planning, procurement and progress monitoring.
• Manage quality assurance documentation, inspections and compliance requirements.
• Identify technical challenges and develop practical solutions.
• Monitor project costs, variations and commercial performance.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and project stakeholders.
• Ensure health, safety and environmental standards are maintained throughout construction.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary: $110,000–$130,000 depending on experience.
• Company vehicle: Full personal use with fuel provided.
• Career progression: Genuine opportunity to develop into Project Management.
• Interesting projects: Work across a diverse range of technically challenging civil and infrastructure projects.
• Strong pipeline: Join a growing contractor with plenty of work ahead.
• Autonomy: Take ownership of your work without unnecessary layers of management.
• Great team environment: Work alongside experienced, approachable people who value teamwork, accountability and getting the job done.

If you tick the above boxes & would like to find out more, apply today or reach out to Alex on 027 370 7011 or alexb@rwrconstruction.co.nz