Project Engineer - Dunedin

About the role:
The Project Engineer is responsible for ensuring the effective coordination and control of engineering works through the activities of technical, engineering, inspection, scheduling, planning, survey, procurement and quality control.

Key responsibilities include:

• Co-ordinate with Managers and Superintendents on Engineering, temporary works, scheduling and status of the project.
• Control fabrication and field construction engineering and schedules for overall programs.
• Monitor and co-ordinate the preparation maintenance and change of construction schedules, methods, manning charts, and equipment requirements. Advise on actions to be taken to prevent or improve undesirable trends in progress.
• Interpret engineering documents and drawings for field personnel.
• Provide general technical assistance to supervisory personnel.

 
About you:

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical or Civil Engineering
• A minimum of five years engineering experience in the Civil Construction industry.
• Specialist experience in project engineering and a working knowledge of project management.
• Competent in planning and organising work schedules and a demonstrated ability to deliver to timelines.
• Sound working knowledge of HS&E requirements and implementation of same.
• Strong and clear communication skills with proven ability to engage others.

 
Don’t tick all the boxes but still keen?
Great people don’t always come with a checklist. If you bring energy, initiative, and a willingness to learn we’d love to hear from you.
  
About Us
McConnell Dowell – Creative Construction
  
For over 60 years, McConnell Dowell has been delivering complex infrastructure across New Zealand, Australia, the Pacific and Southeast Asia. Our purpose is Providing a Better Life by creating infrastructure that connects, supports and sustains communities and by providing career opportunities that help our people thrive.
  
Why Join Us?
Work on projects that leave a legacy in communities across Aotearoa. 
Learn from some of the best minds in the infrastructure sector.  
Be part of a collaborative, inclusive team culture where your ideas matter.  
At McConnell Dowell, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We encourage people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply.
  
So join us, be you, and help us create better together. Apply now!
  
Please note: All successful applicants must have valid work rights for New Zealand and/or the Pacific Islands and pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.
*Benefits listed are for those eligible.