Senior Engineer - Civil Structural Geotechnical - Christchurch
Senior Civil Engineer : $125,000 - $145,000
- Senior Structural Engineer (CPEng) : $135,000 - $150,000
- Senior Geotechnical Engineer : $125,000 - $155,000
SENIOR ENGINEERING & LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES | CHRISTCHURCH
Technical Excellence Meets Professional Growth
We're partnering with leading multi-disciplinary consultancies in Christchurch seeking technically rigorous engineers ready to advance their careers. These organisations offer challenging projects, industry-leading technical resources, and structured advancement pathways for technical specialists and aspiring leaders alike.
Current Technical Leadership Openings:
Senior Civil Engineer - Christchurch - $135,000 - $155,000 Technical Focus: Civil 3D/12D, Infrastructure DesignSenior Structural Engineer (CPEng) - Christchurch - $135,000 - $150,000 Technical Focus: Seismic Design, Structural Analysis
Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Christchurch - $125,000 - $155,000 Technical Focus: Site Investigation, Foundation Design
Technical Benefits Package:
- Advanced computational resources and technical software licences
- Annual professional development budget for technical certifications
- Technical conference attendance and professional memberships
- Company vehicle for site visits and fieldwork
- Ownership/share options in established consultancies
- Performance-based bonuses tied to technical delivery metrics
- Flexible working arrangements optimised for deep technical work
- Comprehensive technical library and research resources
ROLE 1: SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER (CHRISTCHURCH)
Technical Challenge: Lead complex civil engineering projects applying advanced technical knowledge of Canterbury's unique conditions. Optimise designs using 3D computational modelling while mentoring junior engineers in technical best practices.
Technical Requirements:
- NZ Civil Engineering degree with 8+ years' quantifiable project experience
- CPEng credentials (or demonstrably near completion)
- Proven expertise in civil design calculations, hydraulic modelling, drainage system optimisation, and roadway geometric design
- Advanced proficiency in Civil 3D/12D modelling and computational analysis
- Demonstrable experience applying NZ technical standards and specifications
- Technical project management experience with measurable outcomes
ROLE 2: SENIOR STRUCTURAL ENGINEER (CPEng) (CHRISTCHURCH)
Technical Challenge: Apply advanced structural analysis to earthquake-resistant design problems while leading a technical team of engineers and CAD technicians. Optimise structural solutions across diverse project types while ensuring compliance with rigorous technical standards.
Technical Requirements:
- CPEng registration as a Structural Engineer (essential)
- 6+ years' demonstrable structural design experience with complex loading scenarios
- 3+ years' technical team leadership
- Comprehensive knowledge of NZ Building Code/standards and their practical application
- Specialist expertise in earthquake-resistant design methodologies and calculations
- Experience with structural analysis software and computational modelling
- Proven ability to review technical deliverables for accuracy and compliance
Technical Challenge: Lead geotechnical investigations and analyses in Canterbury's complex soil conditions. Apply specialised knowledge to foundation design, slope stability calculations, and earthworks specifications while developing a technical team.
Technical Requirements:
- Tertiary qualification in Geotechnical Engineering
- 5+ years' demonstrable project experience in geotechnical engineering
- CPEng registration (or demonstrable eligibility)
- Strong theoretical understanding of geotechnical principles and soil mechanics
- Proficiency with geotechnical analysis software and computational modelling
- Experience applying technical specifications to practical site conditions
- Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts into practical solutions
All roles offer the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects with measurable impact, apply rigorous engineering principles in a supportive environment, and advance your technical expertise while developing future engineering leaders.
For a confidential technical discussion about these opportunities: Andrew Williams
Principal Technical Consultantandrewwilliams@ctrecruitment.co.nz