Intermediate Civil Engineer / Project Engineer

Wilson Contractors are a well-established locally owned and operated company based in Otago and Southland, with branches in Queenstown, Cromwell, and Invercargill.

We specialise in civil contracting, delivering a range of services including subdivision construction, bulk earthworks, roading, drainage, infrastructure, and site works.

We are looking for a full time, permanent Intermediate Civil Engineer / Project Engineer to be based in our Invercargill branch working around Invercargill and the Southland District, Monday - Friday with occasional Saturday if required

The ideal candidate will have:

• A relevant qualification such as a BE, National Diploma in Engineering, NZCE.
• A current Drivers Licence.
• 3+ years civil engineering experience within New Zealand (but not essential for the right candidate).
• A history of delivering projects to meet time, quality, and safety; as well as customer expectations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage, motivate and relate to people at all levels
• Experience managing engineering projects within a contracting environment.
• Contract management, budget preparation and financial management skills.

In addition, you should have excellent relationship development and networking skills; be a strong communicator, a self-starter, and be able to work effectively under pressure.

We offer the following benefits:

• Good rates of pay, training, and education opportunities.
• Company vehicle
• Healthcare Insurance
• Family atmosphere, good support, good people.

Key duties of the role:

• Efficiently and effective management of contracts and assigned staff
• Complete civil construction projects in accordance with design specifications
• Plan construction methods and ensure delivery is both safe and efficient.
• Carry out operations in such a way so as to minimise our impact on the environment
• Day to day running and administration of project is effective
• Job records are captured, and invoicing is correct
• Ensure work is adequately controlled and supervised to meet the requirements of the customer, job time and cost budgets
• Manage the preparation and implementation of contract quality plans
• Oversee or complete testing as required by Quality Plans
• Complete programmes for contracts and monitor their completion to ensure they are completed in the agreed time frame.

All applicants must have NZ Residency or a valid NZ Work Visa.

If this sounds like the challenge you have been looking for, apply or call [027 292 9008](tel:027 292 9008) for more information.