Civil Engineer/Senior Civil Engineer

Spencer Holmes is seeking a Civil Engineer or Senior Civil Engineer to join our well-established Wellington consultancy and work on a wide range of land development projects across the region.

This role offers the opportunity to manage projects from feasibility through to construction, working alongside experienced engineers, planners and surveyors in a collaborative multi-disciplinary environment.

About Spencer Holmes

Spencer Holmes is a long-established Wellington consultancy providing civil and structural engineering, land surveying and resource management planning services.

Since 1959 we have built a strong reputation for delivering practical engineering solutions and high-quality advice for land development projects throughout Wellington and across New Zealand.

Our central Wellington office provides a supportive and collaborative environment where engineers are trusted with responsibility and encouraged to grow their careers.

The Role

Due to continued demand for our services, we are seeking a Civil Engineer or Senior Civil Engineer to join our team.

You will work on a variety of residential and commercial land development projects, contributing across all stages of the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities include:

• Feasibility assessments and concept design
• Detailed design of civil infrastructure and three waters systems
• Liaison with councils and regulatory authorities
• Preparation of engineering calculations and technical documentation
• Construction monitoring and site inspections
• Project coordination and client liaison
• Mentoring and supporting junior staff

 About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Bachelor of Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Minimum 2+ years relevant civil engineering experience
• Ideally have CPEng or actively working towards CPEng
• Experience in residential or commercial land development projects
• Experience with three waters design and modelling (HEC-HMS or similar)
• Understanding of pavement design, earthworks and soil characteristics
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
• A current clean NZ driver licence

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package

• Opportunity to manage your own projects

• Exposure to a wide range of land development work

• Support toward CPEng and ongoing professional development

• A collaborative team of engineers, surveyors and planners

• Central Wellington office location

• Friendly and supportive team culture

Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability to:

Leslie Chandler
[email protected]

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.