Senior Cost Engineer Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Senior Estimator

at Ashcroft Homes,

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$100,000 – $130,000 per year

We’re seeking a Senior Estimator to join our Quantity Surveying team on a 3-month fixed-term contract.

subClassification: EstimatingEstimating

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Commercial & Operations Analyst

at Smart Environmental

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland(Hybrid)

Work in a dynamic, operational setting where your insights matter day-to-day.
Partner with operational teams and leaders across the business.
Take ownership and drive improvements from insight through to outcome.

Work in a dynamic, operational setting where your insights matter day-to-day.
Partner with operational teams and leaders across the business.
Take ownership and drive improvements from insight through to outcome.

We’re looking for a data-driven analyst to support operations, turning insights into practical, business-focused decisions.

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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Listed twenty five days ago

Senior Estimator

at Ashcroft Homes,

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$100,000 – $130,000 per year

We’re seeking a Senior Estimator to join our Quantity Surveying team on a 3-month fixed-term contract.

subClassification: EstimatingEstimating

classification: Construction(Construction)

25d ago

Listed two days ago

Energy Project Coordinator - 2 Year Fixed Term Contract

at Auckland Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Work-life balance and flexibility

Great opportunity for a recent graduate
Supportive team environment focused on learning and growth
Two-year fixed term contract

Great opportunity for a recent graduate
Supportive team environment focused on learning and growth
Two-year fixed term contract

Contribute to real energy savings and carbon reduction outcomes

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Commercial & Operations Analyst

at Smart Environmental

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland(Hybrid)

Work in a dynamic, operational setting where your insights matter day-to-day.
Partner with operational teams and leaders across the business.
Take ownership and drive improvements from insight through to outcome.

Work in a dynamic, operational setting where your insights matter day-to-day.
Partner with operational teams and leaders across the business.
Take ownership and drive improvements from insight through to outcome.

We’re looking for a data-driven analyst to support operations, turning insights into practical, business-focused decisions.

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

2d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Site Engineer

at BAM BAM Pile Driving Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo Central, Waikato

$95,000 – $110,000 per year

Very Competitive Salary and Benefits
Ongoing development and training opportunities
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!

Very Competitive Salary and Benefits
Ongoing development and training opportunities
Potential for ongoing work on our projects across the state and country!

BAM BAM Pile Driving is seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented Site Engineer to join our team on the Te Rahui Solar Project.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17d ago

Listed five days ago

Senior Project Engineer

at Brian Perry Civil

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ashburton, Canterbury

Salary + vehicle

Deliver major bridge and link‑road works on the 2AB project
Be part of a team shaping critical transport improvements for the region
Range of employee benefits and development opportunities

Deliver major bridge and link‑road works on the 2AB project
Be part of a team shaping critical transport improvements for the region
Range of employee benefits and development opportunities

Build key stages of the 2AB bridge and link road project. Based in Ashburton

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

5d ago

Listed two days ago

Property Project Manager

at Kinetic

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Work with a leading public transport provider
Opportunities for career progression
Competitive salary

Work with a leading public transport provider
Opportunities for career progression
Competitive salary

We’re now looking for an experienced Property Project Manager to join our team on an 18-month fixed-term contract to help deliver this programme.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Civil Engineer / Graduate

at Tradestaff

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taradale, Hawkes Bay

45

Civil and Structural Projects
Great team and support
Local Hawkes Bay Work

Civil and Structural Projects
Great team and support
Local Hawkes Bay Work

Civil Engineer required for Taradale - Hawkes Bay - APPLY TODAY!

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

24d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Project Manager

at Kirimana

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Immediate start!
Contractor opportunity
Solid future work pipeline

Immediate start!
Contractor opportunity
Solid future work pipeline

Are you a savvy problem solver with great stakeholder management? Apply now

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

11d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Senior Management Accountant

at Consult Recruitment - Accounting and Finance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau & East Auckland, Auckland

$60-$75+GST per hour

Working on new projects with varied stakeholders
Initial 6 month contract - Quick start required
East Auckland based 4 days a week on site

Working on new projects with varied stakeholders
Initial 6 month contract - Quick start required
East Auckland based 4 days a week on site

A rare finance role that is month end focussed but with process improvement and commercial elements. International business with a great manager.

subClassification: Management Accounting & BudgetingManagement Accounting & Budgeting

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

18d ago

Listed ten days ago

Operations Support Specialist

at Channel Infrastructure NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

One Tree Point, Northland

- Competitive remuneration package
High-impact role on a major redevelopment with room to grow

- Competitive remuneration package
High-impact role on a major redevelopment with room to grow

Provide operational support to deliver the Marsden Point site redevelopment.

subClassification: Oil & Gas - OperationsOil & Gas - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

10d ago

Listed three days ago

Financial Accountant

at Cultivate – SEEK Medium Agency of the Year 2023 & 2024

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau & East Auckland, Auckland

6 mth role | Complex Environment | Immediate Start

Secure a 6-month contract and enjoy stability in a dynamic market.
Manufacturing environment | Costing & reporting focus
Hands-on, autonomous role

Secure a 6-month contract and enjoy stability in a dynamic market.
Manufacturing environment | Costing & reporting focus
Hands-on, autonomous role

Financial Accountant contract. Manufacturing focus. Immediate start. Secure a 6-month role in a volatile market.

Recruited byRachel Cattanach

subClassification: Financial Accounting & ReportingFinancial Accounting & Reporting

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

3d ago

Listed five days ago

Finance Business Partner (12 month contract)

at Consult Recruitment - Accounting and Finance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$140,000-150,000

Ideally start in April- 12 months - $140k+
Finance Business Partner who is happy working independantly
Will be working closely with operational teams

Ideally start in April- 12 months - $140k+
Finance Business Partner who is happy working independantly
Will be working closely with operational teams

A hands on Finance Business Partner role to support for 12 months through a period of new systems implementations. Based in central suburbs.

subClassification: Management Accounting & BudgetingManagement Accounting & Budgeting

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

5d ago

Listed ten days ago

Policy Advisor (Contractor)

at NSAD RISK MANAGEMENT, INC.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

$3,000 – $4,500 per month

Strategic policy role. Flexible remote work. Geopolitical risk analysis. Global exposure. Competitive compensation

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

10d ago

Listed two days ago

Assistant Project Manager

at Stellar Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

$40 - $45 Per Hour

Permanent Potential
ASAP Start
10 month Contract

Permanent Potential
ASAP Start
10 month Contract

Assistant Project Manager/Site Supervisor needed for a large commercial project starting ASAP

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed ten days ago

Project Co-Ordinator

at Onestaff Queenstown

This is a Contract/Temp job

Queenstown, Otago

Competitive Hourly rate + 8% Holiday Pay

Be part of a major infrastructure project in Queenstown
Varied role with plenty of responsibility and autonomy
Great opportunity to gain experience across admin, HR, and project coordinatio

Be part of a major infrastructure project in Queenstown
Varied role with plenty of responsibility and autonomy
Great opportunity to gain experience across admin, HR, and project coordinatio

Organised Project Coordinator needed to support a busy team with admin, scheduling, and day-to-day project coordination in a fast-paced environment.

subClassification: Office ManagementOffice Management

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

10d ago

Listed four days ago

Finance Manager – (12 Month Fixed Term)

at Tenzing Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Senior ownership across NZ & AU finance operations
Key role in lead financial systems integration & SAP reporting
High‑impact role with autonomy and leadership visibility

Senior ownership across NZ & AU finance operations
Key role in lead financial systems integration & SAP reporting
High‑impact role with autonomy and leadership visibility

Lead finance across NZ & AU during a major SAP‑driven integration with global visibility

subClassification: Financial Managers & ControllersFinancial Managers & Controllers

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

4d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Project Coordinator

at Global 360

This is a Contract/Temp job

Upper Hutt, Wellington

A positive and rewarding team culture - stimulating and rewarding opportunity
Gain Exposure & Collaborate with a highly reputable company
A career that makes a difference! Help communities impacted by natural disaster

A positive and rewarding team culture - stimulating and rewarding opportunity
Gain Exposure & Collaborate with a highly reputable company
A career that makes a difference! Help communities impacted by natural disaster

Exciting new role available to join our Wellington team as a Desktop Supervisor! This role provides the opportunity to progress your career.

Recruited byTara Boell

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

20d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Procurement Specialist

at ALH Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ellerslie, Auckland(Hybrid)

$40 - $46 p/h Paid Weekly | $85k - $95k p.a salary

$40-$46/hr (Pro Rata $85k - $95k)
Fixed term until December with a permanent role offer after
Ellerslie location with Hybrid working available (2 days WFH)

$40-$46/hr (Pro Rata $85k - $95k)
Fixed term until December with a permanent role offer after
Ellerslie location with Hybrid working available (2 days WFH)

subClassification: Purchasing, Procurement & InventoryPurchasing, Procurement & Inventory

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

24d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Site Manager Commercial - Temp/Contract

at Stellar Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

$55 - $65 per hour

Proven experience as a Site Manager on commercial construction projects
Strong background working with main contractors
Available for immediate start or short notice

Proven experience as a Site Manager on commercial construction projects
Strong background working with main contractors
Available for immediate start or short notice

Our client is a well‑established main contractor who needs an experienced Site Manager to support one of their key projects on a contract/temp basis

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

24d ago

Listed two days ago

Project Manager

at Moriori Imi Settlement Trust

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Be part of a rare and unique project involving the recovery of an ancestral waka
Lead a nationally and internationally significant multi-stakeholder project
Experience periods of living and working on beautiful Rēkohu/Chatham Islands

Be part of a rare and unique project involving the recovery of an ancestral waka
Lead a nationally and internationally significant multi-stakeholder project
Experience periods of living and working on beautiful Rēkohu/Chatham Islands

Rare opportunity to lead a Moriori waka project on Rēkohu/Chatham Islands working across culture, heritage and recovery

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed seven days ago

Commercial Site Manager

at Hays | Construction

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch, Canterbury

(open depending on exp) + KS

Deliver a flagship project in Christchurch with a pipeline of projects lined up
Utilise your commercial project knowledge in a hands-on leadership role
$40-$45 per hour (open depending on exp) + KS

Deliver a flagship project in Christchurch with a pipeline of projects lined up
Utilise your commercial project knowledge in a hands-on leadership role
$40-$45 per hour (open depending on exp) + KS

Immediate Start role for a Commercial Site Manager looking for project consistency and growth opportunities

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Construction(Construction)

7d ago

Listed four days ago

Connections Co-ordinator

at Northpower Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

8 months fixed term role
Located in East Tamaki
Join an inclusive, supportive organisation with excellent benefits

8 months fixed term role
Located in East Tamaki
Join an inclusive, supportive organisation with excellent benefits

Fixed-term Connections Co-ordinator role supporting Design Projects with admin, data, invoicing and stakeholder coordination until March 2027.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Accountant

at Inland Revenue

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Wellington based
Fixed-term until October 2027
Enjoy flexible working and authentic engagement

Wellington based
Fixed-term until October 2027
Enjoy flexible working and authentic engagement

This unique role contributes to the Financial Statements of the Government and offers true professional development opportunities

subClassification: Business Services & Corporate AdvisoryBusiness Services & Corporate Advisory

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

Site Manager / Site Foreman (Invercargill or nearby)

at Apex Water Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Invercargill Central, Southland

A fast-paced environment guaranteeing development and growth
Collaborative and supportive environment valuing creativity and teamwork
Exceptional opportunities, innovative projects - we have the recipe for success!

A fast-paced environment guaranteeing development and growth
Collaborative and supportive environment valuing creativity and teamwork
Exceptional opportunities, innovative projects - we have the recipe for success!

Join Apex Water as a Site Manager - lead major projects, run high-performing teams, drive safety, and deliver critical infrastructure across NZ!

subClassification: Foreperson/SupervisorsForeperson/Supervisors

classification: Construction(Construction)

10d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Strategic Performance - contract

at Niche Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Work at the intersection of strategy, performance, and governance
Initial 6 month contract
Central Wellington location

Work at the intersection of strategy, performance, and governance
Initial 6 month contract
Central Wellington location

Play a central role in shaping how a large public sector organisation plans, reports, and delivers on its priorities

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Interim Management Accountant (12 month contract)

at Consult Recruitment - Accounting and Finance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Albany, Auckland

$55-65+GST per hour

A broad role ideal for a newly qualified accountant
50/50 mix of month-end and commercial/operational analysis
Immeidtae start - 12 months - Rate from $55-65+GST per hour

A broad role ideal for a newly qualified accountant
50/50 mix of month-end and commercial/operational analysis
Immeidtae start - 12 months - Rate from $55-65+GST per hour

Great business on a growth trajectory with international exposure, based in Albany.

subClassification: Management Accounting & BudgetingManagement Accounting & Budgeting

classification: Accounting(Accounting)

18d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Engineering Project Manager

at Techtrade Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Standard 40 hour work week
12 month assignment with potential to extend
Excellent rates + PPE provided

Standard 40 hour work week
12 month assignment with potential to extend
Excellent rates + PPE provided

Take full ownership of a marine maintenance projects on large vessel inside New Zealand's largest dry dock.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

18d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Project Engineer – Foundry Capacity Increase

at HamiltonJet

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Opportunities to work on engaging and challenging projects.
The chance to make real impact on our business.
Join a globally recognised industry leader

Opportunities to work on engaging and challenging projects.
The chance to make real impact on our business.
Join a globally recognised industry leader

This is an exciting opportunity to expand HamiltonJet’s manufacturing capability and shaping the future of our production and foundry operations.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

24d ago

Listed nine days ago

Fleet Coordinator

at Madison Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Specialist fleet support across asset lifecycle, compliance, and performance
Key link between fleet teams, suppliers, and shared services
Drive safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement outcomes

Specialist fleet support across asset lifecycle, compliance, and performance
Key link between fleet teams, suppliers, and shared services
Drive safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement outcomes

Specialist role supporting fleet assets, compliance and stakeholders to deliver safe, accurate and efficient fleet operations.

subClassification: Fleet ManagementFleet Management

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

9d ago

Listed ten days ago

Compliance and Risk Lead

at Profile Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Immediate start required
Contract position, great for your CV
Full time opportunity with an awesome Christchurch business

Immediate start required
Contract position, great for your CV
Full time opportunity with an awesome Christchurch business

This is a key role focused on making sure risks across the business are clearly understood and well managed.

Recruited byIsabella Redmond

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

10d ago

108 senior cost engineer jobs in New Zealand - Contract Temp

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Senior Estimator

Commercial & Operations Analyst

Senior Estimator

Energy Project Coordinator - 2 Year Fixed Term Contract

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Site Engineer

Senior Project Engineer

Property Project Manager

Civil Engineer / Graduate

Project Manager

Senior Management Accountant

Operations Support Specialist

Financial Accountant

Finance Business Partner (12 month contract)

Policy Advisor (Contractor)

Assistant Project Manager

Project Co-Ordinator

Finance Manager – (12 Month Fixed Term)

Project Coordinator

Procurement Specialist

Site Manager Commercial - Temp/Contract

Project Manager

Commercial Site Manager

Connections Co-ordinator

Senior Accountant

Site Manager / Site Foreman (Invercargill or nearby)

Strategic Performance - contract

Interim Management Accountant (12 month contract)

Engineering Project Manager

Project Engineer – Foundry Capacity Increase

Fleet Coordinator

Compliance and Risk Lead

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