Structural Engineer I up to $120k + Company Car

  • Christchurch
  • $120,000 per annum
  • Full time
  • Engineering
  • Posted 27 days ago

Job Description

Our client is an established, end-to-end construction group that does everything from structural steel through to housing development and design. They operate in both residential and commercial spheres. Due to doing mostly everything in-house, they have the capacity to offer a cost-effective and efficient solution for their clients across the country.

They've created a great team atmosphere where everyone is respected and contributes to their projects. A place where professionalism is valued, but also the firm belief in having a good work-life balance. They're a large company with a small business feel, able to be adaptable with a down-to-earth approach and where thinking independently is encouraged. They also love when people take the initiative to improve themselves and suggest innovative ideas. Loyalty, positivity, and commitment are among a few of their values.

What's in it for you?

  • Flexible and enjoyable working environment
  • Company vehicle and fuel card
  • Consistent reviews and a starting salary of up to $120k
  • Professional membership and training
  • Personal career development and progression
  • Consistent work on a varied array of projects - both high-end residential and commercial

 

A bit about you:

  • A Bachelor of Engineering from a recognized NZ Tertiary Institution
  • Be focused on or have attained your CPENG
  • Fluent understanding of NZ Regulatory Statutes for the Construction sector and experience signing off structural design work
  • Ability to lead design teams, with skills and experience developing business opportunities
  • An understanding of the back-end financials, possessing good financial acumen
  • Prior experience with structural steelwork, reinforced concrete and timber construction
  • Ability to critically review design documentation
  • Proficient in digital tools and technology for structural design and analysis
  • Full NZ Driver's Licence
  • NZ Residency/Citizenship (only those currently in NZ will be considered)
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Out-going and positive personality
  • Self-starter with the ability to hit the ground running from day one
  • Ideally you'll be available within 2-4 weeks after serving your notice, and those immediately available will also be strongly considered

 

What you'll be doing:

  • Undertaking engineering designs for a range of building projects including seismic assessments, calculations, drawing, preliminary schemes
  • Advising on structural design requirements and documentation, site measure-ups and construction monitoring
  • Working closely with clients, contractors, and project teams
  • Collaborating with an internal team of Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, and client-facing personnel to ensure the job is done right and to a high standard

 

As an equal opportunity employer, those from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Please note, only those candidates who are shortlisted for the role will be contacted given the number of applications we receive. 

If this sounds like you, please send your resume to jake.mcfadyen@extrastaff.co.nz or apply to this advert with your updated CV.