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 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

andrewwilliams@ctrecruitment.co.nz