Senior Project Engineer - - 41978 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

Looking for a role where you can take on complex challenges, grow your skills, and be part of something bigger? At Brian Perry Civil, we’re shaping careers, communities, and the future of ground engineering - this is your chance to make a real impact.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Senior Project Engineer to lead technical delivery across complex civil projects. This role is pivotal in planning, coordinating, and managing engineering processes to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to specification. You’ll work closely with project teams and subcontractors, providing leadership and technical expertise throughout the project lifecycle.

Develop and manage project programmes, including short- and long-term planning.
Lead engineering delivery and provide technical guidance to project teams.
Oversee subcontractor engagement and performance to meet safety, quality, and cost objectives.
Monitor and manage project risks, implementing mitigation strategies.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
Prepare and review progress reports, cost forecasts, and handover documentation.

What You’ll Bring

Minimum 8 years’ experience in civil construction, including large-scale or complex projects.
Proven experience in piling and ground engineering techniques.
Degree or professional qualification in engineering or a related field preferred
Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and develop teams.
Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
Willingness and ability to travel frequently across New Zealand.

About Us

At Brian Perry Civil, part of the Fletcher Building Group, we’re specialists in ground engineering and civil construction, delivering some of the most complex and technically challenging projects across New Zealand and the South Pacific. From foundations and marine works to three waters infrastructure, our work goes beyond construction - we’re shaping communities, protecting environments, and building a legacy of innovation. We thrive on bold thinking, collaboration, and a commitment to safety and sustainability.

We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.

Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.