Senior Civil Design Engineer

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.

We’re looking for a driven Senior Civil Design Engineer to join our team and contribute to exciting infrastructure projects across roads, residential and industrial developments, rail, airports, bridges, solar farms, mine infrastructure, stormwater systems, and more. 

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 you career
• Familiar with design packages such as OpenRoads, Civil3d 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 Does GHD offer:

Join a high-performing team delivering a diverse range of civil infrastructure projects across New Zealand. 

As part of our growing team, you’ll work on a broad portfolio of civil infrastructure projects, from local developments to large-scale initiatives within our global network.

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. 

Our Hybrid Work Model:

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Ki GHD, ka ākina te kaimahi e mātou kia tutuki ōna ake moemoeā. Nā te mea, ko te kaha o te tangata te tuarā o te pakihi. Nā reira, he hiahia nō mātou ki te whiwhi kaimahi nō ngā ahurea tuakiri maha, nō whenua rerekē, tane mai, wahine mai.

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.

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

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