30 Water Resources Engineer jobs in New Zealand

**Company Description**
**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
We're looking for Senior Civil Engineers with a background in transport projects to join our high-performing Auckland team. Whether your experience lies in site works, drainage general roading, utilities, transit projects, construction supervision, or broader civil infrastructure, we're open to shaping the role around your unique skillset and career goals. You'll contribute to a diverse range of exciting transport projects that shape New Zealand's future, such as North West Rapid Transit, Eastern Busways and Wellesley Street Bus Improvements.
**How you'll make a difference**
+ Deliver and support the design of transport infrastructure projects ranging from early concept through to detailed design.
+ Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders to develop innovative and practical civil engineering solutions across both major and smaller-scale transport projects.
+ Coach and mentor graduates and early-career professionals, helping to build technical capability and foster professional growth within the team.
Salary range for this role is $115 - 137k p.a + benefits. Flexible working pattern including start/ finish times and working from home. Ideally we are looking for someone full-time (40 hours per week) but we are open to part-time (30 hours per week) to support and encourage work/life balance.
**Qualifications**
**The qualities that help you thrive**
The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.
+ Approximately 5 years of civil engineering experience, with a focus on transport-related projects, ideally in New Zealand.
+ A relevant tertiary qualification in civil engineering.
+ Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a passion for contributing to complex infrastructure projects.
**Additional Information**
**Why you'll love working with us**
+ Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
+ Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
+ Volunteer and representation leave
+ Flex public holidays - swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
**Ready to push the limits of what's possible?**
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
**Learn more about life at AECOM:** LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!
**About AECOM**
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
**What makes AECOM a great place to work**
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J10129289
**Business Line:** Transportation
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** ANZ
**Career Area:** Engineering
**Work Location Model:** On-Site
**Legal Entity:** AECOM New Zealand Limited

**Company Description**
_"AECOM has given me so many opportunities to grow. The projects I work on are city-shaping and always different." -_ **_Sarah Whitehouse, Transport Team Lead, Auckland NZ_**
**Come grow with us.**
As our population grows, so does demand for safe, expedient, cost-effective transportation. Our transportation experts leverage local knowledge and global capability to help clients navigate challenges and build a better world. Our expertise in planning, designing, and managing transportation systems, as well as restoring and replacing older infrastructure, allows us to help public and private clients move people and goods in smarter, more advanced, and sustainable ways. At AECOM, you'll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.
**Everyone belongs at AECOM**
We're committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a **Fortune 500 Most Admired Company** , a **WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality** , **Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner** and an **AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer** .
**Job Description**
At AECOM, we're proud to deliver some of New Zealand's most complex and high-profile infrastructure projects. We are looking for an accomplished Principal Civil Engineer ideally with proven experience in aviation projects and construction monitoring and design to join our dynamic and growing Transport team. (Experience in aviation projects is not essential, but is preferred.)
You will be largely site-based undertaking construction monitoring and responding to RFIs on major transport infrastructure projects, you will collaborate with the ANZ Transport Team on the delivery of large-scale initiatives, and contribute to aviation infrastructure developments in Auckland, Wellington, Dunedin, Christchurch, and Queenstown.
**How you'll make a difference**
+ Undertake specific construction monitoring, management and administration responsibilities as well as supporting project and construction teams in site inspections, on-site design queries and any changes required to the design/construction documentation
+ Be the primary point of contact with the client site team on key project and all technical matters.
+ Lead and contribute to diverse and technically challenging projects for prestigious clients across New Zealand and the wider ANZ region.
+ Mentor team members in their development, facilitate opportunities that build competency.
+ Undertake design management roles for multidisciplinary projects
**Qualifications**
**The qualities that help you thrive**
The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.
+ Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering or related discipline (e.g., Project/Construction Management).
+ A Minimum of 8 years' experience in the aviation and/or transport infrastructure sector, ideally with proven experience in at least two aviation projects, including design and execution of airfield pavements, roadways, drainage, signage, and civil infrastructure networks.
+ Strong track record in construction monitoring and on-site delivery.
+ Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience managing project teams and stakeholders.
**Additional Information**
**Why you'll love working with us**
+ Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
+ Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
+ Private health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations, skin checks and eye health checks
+ Life and income protection plans, personal travel insurance discounts
**Ready to push the limits of what's possible?**
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
**Learn more about life at AECOM:** LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!
**About AECOM**
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
**What makes AECOM a great place to work**
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J10127713
**Business Line:** Transportation
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** ANZ
**Career Area:** Engineering
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
**Legal Entity:** AECOM New Zealand Limited

Senior Civil Engineer - Water - ( 250002E6 )
**Description**
Senior Civil Engineer
Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always **design with community in mind** .
We care about the communities we serve-because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
**About the role**
We have an exciting opportunity for a **Senior Civil Engineer** to join our winning team based in one of our many office locations nationwide. This is a great opportunity to push your career forward as part of an international leader in infrastructure. We have significant project work on, in both NZ and Australia that will see your professional career development through these project opportunities, formal and informal training and development, and other projects & opportunities that only a true Global Engineering consultancy can provide.
You will join an established multi-disciplined team, where there is a cluster of experienced engineers and project managers who can guide and mentor you as your build your career. You will be applying the technical knowledge you have, working alongside senior and up and coming specialists around the country to ensure extensive development for you.
Key aspects of the role will be:
* Lead on assigned projects to deliver the agreed outputs on budget, on time and to quality standards
* Determine client requirements, conduct and manage site surveys and investigations, produce calculations, cost estimates, specifications and drawings to ensure that technical designs provide quality solutions
* Organise tender documents, evaluate tenders and contracts.
* Develop and mentor junior staff
* Liaise continually with our clients to ensure that their expectations are met and that any concerns are heard and addressed appropriately
* Clearly understand the objectives of new and existing clients in order to undertake effective business development and identification of opportunities for Stantec.
* Produce quality project outputs, ensuring scope changes are closely monitored and design work is adequately resourced, reviewed and programmed.
**What you will bring**
You will be an experienced Civil Engineer with experience in general civil engineering projects, especially Water infrastructure. You have a passion for quality and timely project delivery, developing technical skills and growing your commercial understanding at a global consulting firm.
Attributes that will help you succeed in the role:
+ Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
+ 10 years relevant experience desirable, preferably in water infrastructure
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
+ Great time management and prioritization skills and ability to work to tight deadlines
+ Resilience and agility
**What we offer**
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
+ Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts.
+ Learning and Talent Development Programs including global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
+ Mentoring for your own development
+ Professional Memberships
+ Health Insurance - Income Protection Insurance - Life Insurance
+ Service Recognition Awards
+ Employee Assistance Program
**About us**
The Stantec community unites approximately 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.
**How to apply**
Please apply directly online.
No Agency CVs will be accepted.
**Qualifications**
.
**Primary Location** : New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland
**Other Locations** : New Zealand-Waikato-Hamilton, New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch, New Zealand-Tauranga-Tauranga, New Zealand-Otago-Dunedin, New Zealand-Nelson-Nelson, New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington
**Organization** : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Individual Contributor
**Travel** : No
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Jul 20, 2025, 8:51:48 PM
**Req ID:** 250002E6
#additional
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

Senior Principal Civil Engineer - ( 250002E8 )
**Description**
Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why, at Stantec, we always **design with community in mind.**
We care about the communities we serve - because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
**About the role**
We are seeking a **Senior Principal Civil Engineer** to join our winning water team based in one of our many locations nationwide. Our team continues to win and deliver some of the most iconic projects, with this opportunity specifically delivering projects across both New Zealand and Australia. If you are looking to join a company that offers the perfect mix between exciting projects, great culture, career development and work/life balance then look no further.
This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects and working collaboratively with our clients and colleagues in other offices. You will have a chance to work on exciting large scale projects from the initial investigation right through to design and completion of construction. You will have the technical support of our extensive design resources based in New Zealand and the wider Asia Pacific area).
Key aspects of the roll will be:
* Project Technical Lead on a variety of projects to ensure the team delivers on Project agreed outputs on budget, on time and to quality standards.
* Working closely with key clients, understanding their needs and problems they face, able to get in front of projects and influence outcomes for successful team outcomes.
* Work with team members to ensure their technical development is ongoing.
* Liaise continually with our clients to ensure that their expectations are met and that any concerns are heard and addressed appropriately.
* Clearly understand the objectives of new and existing clients in order to undertake effective business development and identification of opportunities for Stantec.
* Produce quality project outputs, ensuring scope changes are closely monitored and design work is adequately resourced, reviewed and programmed.
* Prepare cost estimates for project design and construction.
* Contribute to proposal and bid development to support business development activities, including preparing proposal material as required and working with the delivery contractor.
**What you will bring**
Our preferred candidate for this role will have proven technical experience in water engineering projects encompassing water & wastewater projects. You will be experienced dealing with a range of clients and stakeholders including local authorities, government bodies and commercial companies.
Your own self-management skills will be as important as your technical and project delivery ones. You will need to be able to prioritise workloads whilst maintaining strong and trusting working relationships with our clients' and colleague's both locally and across the broader Stantec business.
You'll be a confident communicator with an engineering tertiary qualification with 20 or more years' experience, who is able to develop strong internal and external client relationships, carry out all aspects of project delivery and oversight of technical delivery, including client and stakeholder consultation and negotiation when required.
**What We Offer**
Along with a competitive salary, we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development and wellbeing are ongoing.
* Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts
* Learning and Talent Development Programs including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
* Mentoring for your own development
* Professional memberships
* Health Insurance - Income Protection Insurance - Life Insurance
* Service Recognition Awards
* Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
* Employee Assistance Program
**About us**
The Stantec community unites approximately 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.
**How to apply**
Please apply directly online, no agency assistance required.
**Qualifications**
.
**Primary Location** : New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland
**Other Locations** : New Zealand-Waikato-Hamilton, New Zealand-Nelson-Nelson, New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch, New Zealand-Tauranga-Tauranga, New Zealand-Otago-Dunedin, New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington
**Organization** : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Individual Contributor
**Travel** : No
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Jul 20, 2025, 8:53:04 PM
**Req ID:** 250002E8
#additional
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

Senior Principal Civil Engineer - ( 250002E8 )
**Description**
Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why, at Stantec, we always **design with community in mind.**
We care about the communities we serve - because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
**About the role**
We are seeking a **Senior Principal Civil Engineer** to join our winning water team based in one of our many locations nationwide. Our team continues to win and deliver some of the most iconic projects, with this opportunity specifically delivering projects across both New Zealand and Australia. If you are looking to join a company that offers the perfect mix between exciting projects, great culture, career development and work/life balance then look no further.
This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects and working collaboratively with our clients and colleagues in other offices. You will have a chance to work on exciting large scale projects from the initial investigation right through to design and completion of construction. You will have the technical support of our extensive design resources based in New Zealand and the wider Asia Pacific area).
Key aspects of the roll will be:
* Project Technical Lead on a variety of projects to ensure the team delivers on Project agreed outputs on budget, on time and to quality standards.
* Working closely with key clients, understanding their needs and problems they face, able to get in front of projects and influence outcomes for successful team outcomes.
* Work with team members to ensure their technical development is ongoing.
* Liaise continually with our clients to ensure that their expectations are met and that any concerns are heard and addressed appropriately.
* Clearly understand the objectives of new and existing clients in order to undertake effective business development and identification of opportunities for Stantec.
* Produce quality project outputs, ensuring scope changes are closely monitored and design work is adequately resourced, reviewed and programmed.
* Prepare cost estimates for project design and construction.
* Contribute to proposal and bid development to support business development activities, including preparing proposal material as required and working with the delivery contractor.
**What you will bring**
Our preferred candidate for this role will have proven technical experience in water engineering projects encompassing water & wastewater projects. You will be experienced dealing with a range of clients and stakeholders including local authorities, government bodies and commercial companies.
Your own self-management skills will be as important as your technical and project delivery ones. You will need to be able to prioritise workloads whilst maintaining strong and trusting working relationships with our clients' and colleague's both locally and across the broader Stantec business.
You'll be a confident communicator with an engineering tertiary qualification with 20 or more years' experience, who is able to develop strong internal and external client relationships, carry out all aspects of project delivery and oversight of technical delivery, including client and stakeholder consultation and negotiation when required.
**What We Offer**
Along with a competitive salary, we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development and wellbeing are ongoing.
* Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts
* Learning and Talent Development Programs including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
* Mentoring for your own development
* Professional memberships
* Health Insurance - Income Protection Insurance - Life Insurance
* Service Recognition Awards
* Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
* Employee Assistance Program
**About us**
The Stantec community unites approximately 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.
**How to apply**
Please apply directly online, no agency assistance required.
**Qualifications**
.
**Primary Location** : New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland
**Other Locations** : New Zealand-Waikato-Hamilton, New Zealand-Nelson-Nelson, New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch, New Zealand-Tauranga-Tauranga, New Zealand-Otago-Dunedin, New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington
**Organization** : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Individual Contributor
**Travel** : No
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Jul 20, 2025, 8:53:04 PM
**Req ID:** 250002E8
#additional
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

Senior Civil Engineer - Water - ( 250002E6 )
**Description**
Senior Civil Engineer
Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always **design with community in mind** .
We care about the communities we serve-because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
**About the role**
We have an exciting opportunity for a **Senior Civil Engineer** to join our winning team based in one of our many office locations nationwide. This is a great opportunity to push your career forward as part of an international leader in infrastructure. We have significant project work on, in both NZ and Australia that will see your professional career development through these project opportunities, formal and informal training and development, and other projects & opportunities that only a true Global Engineering consultancy can provide.
You will join an established multi-disciplined team, where there is a cluster of experienced engineers and project managers who can guide and mentor you as your build your career. You will be applying the technical knowledge you have, working alongside senior and up and coming specialists around the country to ensure extensive development for you.
Key aspects of the role will be:
* Lead on assigned projects to deliver the agreed outputs on budget, on time and to quality standards
* Determine client requirements, conduct and manage site surveys and investigations, produce calculations, cost estimates, specifications and drawings to ensure that technical designs provide quality solutions
* Organise tender documents, evaluate tenders and contracts.
* Develop and mentor junior staff
* Liaise continually with our clients to ensure that their expectations are met and that any concerns are heard and addressed appropriately
* Clearly understand the objectives of new and existing clients in order to undertake effective business development and identification of opportunities for Stantec.
* Produce quality project outputs, ensuring scope changes are closely monitored and design work is adequately resourced, reviewed and programmed.
**What you will bring**
You will be an experienced Civil Engineer with experience in general civil engineering projects, especially Water infrastructure. You have a passion for quality and timely project delivery, developing technical skills and growing your commercial understanding at a global consulting firm.
Attributes that will help you succeed in the role:
+ Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
+ 10 years relevant experience desirable, preferably in water infrastructure
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
+ Great time management and prioritization skills and ability to work to tight deadlines
+ Resilience and agility
**What we offer**
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
+ Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts.
+ Learning and Talent Development Programs including global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
+ Mentoring for your own development
+ Professional Memberships
+ Health Insurance - Income Protection Insurance - Life Insurance
+ Service Recognition Awards
+ Employee Assistance Program
**About us**
The Stantec community unites approximately 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.
**How to apply**
Please apply directly online.
No Agency CVs will be accepted.
**Qualifications**
.
**Primary Location** : New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland
**Other Locations** : New Zealand-Waikato-Hamilton, New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch, New Zealand-Tauranga-Tauranga, New Zealand-Otago-Dunedin, New Zealand-Nelson-Nelson, New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington
**Organization** : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Individual Contributor
**Travel** : No
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Jul 20, 2025, 8:51:48 PM
**Req ID:** 250002E6
#additional
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

Senior Civil Engineer - Water - ( 250002E6 )
**Description**
Senior Civil Engineer
Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always **design with community in mind** .
We care about the communities we serve-because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
**About the role**
We have an exciting opportunity for a **Senior Civil Engineer** to join our winning team based in one of our many office locations nationwide. This is a great opportunity to push your career forward as part of an international leader in infrastructure. We have significant project work on, in both NZ and Australia that will see your professional career development through these project opportunities, formal and informal training and development, and other projects & opportunities that only a true Global Engineering consultancy can provide.
You will join an established multi-disciplined team, where there is a cluster of experienced engineers and project managers who can guide and mentor you as your build your career. You will be applying the technical knowledge you have, working alongside senior and up and coming specialists around the country to ensure extensive development for you.
Key aspects of the role will be:
* Lead on assigned projects to deliver the agreed outputs on budget, on time and to quality standards
* Determine client requirements, conduct and manage site surveys and investigations, produce calculations, cost estimates, specifications and drawings to ensure that technical designs provide quality solutions
* Organise tender documents, evaluate tenders and contracts.
* Develop and mentor junior staff
* Liaise continually with our clients to ensure that their expectations are met and that any concerns are heard and addressed appropriately
* Clearly understand the objectives of new and existing clients in order to undertake effective business development and identification of opportunities for Stantec.
* Produce quality project outputs, ensuring scope changes are closely monitored and design work is adequately resourced, reviewed and programmed.
**What you will bring**
You will be an experienced Civil Engineer with experience in general civil engineering projects, especially Water infrastructure. You have a passion for quality and timely project delivery, developing technical skills and growing your commercial understanding at a global consulting firm.
Attributes that will help you succeed in the role:
+ Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
+ 10 years relevant experience desirable, preferably in water infrastructure
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
+ Great time management and prioritization skills and ability to work to tight deadlines
+ Resilience and agility
**What we offer**
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
+ Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts.
+ Learning and Talent Development Programs including global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
+ Mentoring for your own development
+ Professional Memberships
+ Health Insurance - Income Protection Insurance - Life Insurance
+ Service Recognition Awards
+ Employee Assistance Program
**About us**
The Stantec community unites approximately 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.
**How to apply**
Please apply directly online.
No Agency CVs will be accepted.
**Qualifications**
.
**Primary Location** : New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland
**Other Locations** : New Zealand-Waikato-Hamilton, New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch, New Zealand-Tauranga-Tauranga, New Zealand-Otago-Dunedin, New Zealand-Nelson-Nelson, New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington
**Organization** : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Individual Contributor
**Travel** : No
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Jul 20, 2025, 8:51:48 PM
**Req ID:** 250002E6
#additional
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

Principal Civil Engineer - Water - ( 250002E7 )
**Description**
Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always **design with community in mind.**
We care about the communities we serve-because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
**About the role**
We have an outstanding opportunity for an experienced professional to join our team, and lead some significant projects across both New Zealand and Australia.
As an experienced **Principal Civil Engineer,** we see joining our growing and diverse water team as a great career move, and we are open to the role being based in one of our many New Zealand office locations.
This is an exciting opportunity to further your career as part of an international leader in infrastructure. You will join an established multi-disciplined team ad have the technical support of our extensive design resources based in New Zealand and across the world. You will be applying your technical knowledge, working alongside experienced and up & coming specialists around the country to deliver sustainable and commercially viable engineering solutions for our clients across New Zealand.
You will contribute to development of proposals for clients as well as developing business from a local client base. In addition, as a Principal Civil Engineer you will:
* Project Technical Lead on a variety of projects to ensure the team delivers on Project agreed outputs on budget, on time and to quality standards.
* Work closely and engage regularly with key clients, understanding their needs and problems they face, able to get in front of projects and influence outcomes for successful team outcomes.
* leadwork with team leads in ensuring the team's technical development is ongoing.
* Produce quality project outputs, ensuring scope changes are closely monitored and design work is adequately resourced, reviewed and programmed.
* Plan, programme, co-ordinate and write reports for specific projects.
* Prepare cost estimates for project design and construction.
* Prepare tender documents and specifications for projects.
**About you**
You will be an experienced Civil Engineer with a proven track record of successfully delivering stormwater, water and/or wastewater projects and working collaboratively with clients and colleagues across the country.
You'll be a confident communicator with an engineering tertiary qualification plus 10 or more years' experience, able to develop strong internal and external client relationships, carry out all aspects of project delivery and oversight of technical delivery, including client and stakeholder consultation and negotiation when required.
Your own self-management skills will be as important as your technical and project delivery ones. You will need to be able to prioritise workloads whilst maintaining strong and trusting working relationships with our clients' and colleague's both locally and across the broader Stantec business.
**What we offer**
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
* Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts
* Learning and Talent Development Programs including global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
* Mentoring for your own development
* Professional Memberships
* Health Insurance - Income Protection Insurance - Life Insurance
* Service Recognition Awards
* Employee Assistance Program
**About us**
The Stantec community unites approximately 30,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.
**How to apply**
Please apply directly online.
No Agency CVs will be accepted.
**Qualifications**
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**Primary Location** : New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland
**Other Locations** : New Zealand-Waikato-Hamilton, New Zealand-Nelson-Nelson, New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch, New Zealand-Tauranga-Tauranga, New Zealand-Otago-Dunedin, New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington
**Organization** : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Individual Contributor
**Travel** : No
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Jul 20, 2025, 8:52:23 PM
**Req ID:** 250002E7
#additional
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

Senior Principal Civil Engineer - ( 250002E8 )
**Description**
Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why, at Stantec, we always **design with community in mind.**
We care about the communities we serve - because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
**About the role**
We are seeking a **Senior Principal Civil Engineer** to join our winning water team based in one of our many locations nationwide. Our team continues to win and deliver some of the most iconic projects, with this opportunity specifically delivering projects across both New Zealand and Australia. If you are looking to join a company that offers the perfect mix between exciting projects, great culture, career development and work/life balance then look no further.
This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects and working collaboratively with our clients and colleagues in other offices. You will have a chance to work on exciting large scale projects from the initial investigation right through to design and completion of construction. You will have the technical support of our extensive design resources based in New Zealand and the wider Asia Pacific area).
Key aspects of the roll will be:
* Project Technical Lead on a variety of projects to ensure the team delivers on Project agreed outputs on budget, on time and to quality standards.
* Working closely with key clients, understanding their needs and problems they face, able to get in front of projects and influence outcomes for successful team outcomes.
* Work with team members to ensure their technical development is ongoing.
* Liaise continually with our clients to ensure that their expectations are met and that any concerns are heard and addressed appropriately.
* Clearly understand the objectives of new and existing clients in order to undertake effective business development and identification of opportunities for Stantec.
* Produce quality project outputs, ensuring scope changes are closely monitored and design work is adequately resourced, reviewed and programmed.
* Prepare cost estimates for project design and construction.
* Contribute to proposal and bid development to support business development activities, including preparing proposal material as required and working with the delivery contractor.
**What you will bring**
Our preferred candidate for this role will have proven technical experience in water engineering projects encompassing water & wastewater projects. You will be experienced dealing with a range of clients and stakeholders including local authorities, government bodies and commercial companies.
Your own self-management skills will be as important as your technical and project delivery ones. You will need to be able to prioritise workloads whilst maintaining strong and trusting working relationships with our clients' and colleague's both locally and across the broader Stantec business.
You'll be a confident communicator with an engineering tertiary qualification with 20 or more years' experience, who is able to develop strong internal and external client relationships, carry out all aspects of project delivery and oversight of technical delivery, including client and stakeholder consultation and negotiation when required.
**What We Offer**
Along with a competitive salary, we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development and wellbeing are ongoing.
* Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts
* Learning and Talent Development Programs including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
* Mentoring for your own development
* Professional memberships
* Health Insurance - Income Protection Insurance - Life Insurance
* Service Recognition Awards
* Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
* Employee Assistance Program
**About us**
The Stantec community unites approximately 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.
**How to apply**
Please apply directly online, no agency assistance required.
**Qualifications**
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**Primary Location** : New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland
**Other Locations** : New Zealand-Waikato-Hamilton, New Zealand-Nelson-Nelson, New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch, New Zealand-Tauranga-Tauranga, New Zealand-Otago-Dunedin, New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington
**Organization** : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Individual Contributor
**Travel** : No
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Jul 20, 2025, 8:53:04 PM
**Req ID:** 250002E8
#additional
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans